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China-Iran relations
How China Could Emerge as an Unexpected Beneficiary From Assad’s Downfall in Syria
By Ali Bilgic
Facing the loss of its sole Arab ally and much of its sphere of influence, Tehran might seek to capitalize on the opening initiated by China to mend ties with the Arab states.
China Is Recalculating Its Middle East Policy
By Tommy Steiner
Iran experiences diplomatic distancing with Chinese characteristics.
Can China Sustain Its Diplomatic Balance as Middle East Tensions Escalate?
By Aparna Divya
China has long enjoyed cordial relations with Israel, Iran, and the Arab states. That balance is more and more difficult to sustain.
China’s Balancing Act With the ‘Axis of Upheaval’
By François Godement
There’s an obvious anti-U.S. bent to China’s ties with Russia, Iran, and North Korea, but Beijing must tread carefully lest it be pulled deeper into conflict than it is willing to go.
As Blinken Heads to China, What’s on the Agenda?
By Matthew Lee
China’s support for Russia will be a primary topic, along with war in the Middle East and tensions over Taiwan and the South China Sea.
China’s Influence in the Middle East and Its Limitations
By Dale Aluf
China’s formidable capabilities are tempered by equally formidable constraints.
The Iran Factor in the China-Taiwan-US Triangle
By Thiago de Aragao
China could seek to use Iran as a tool to push the United States farther and farther from Taiwan.
With Global Shipping on the Line, China Says It’s ‘Deeply Concerned’ by Tensions in the Red Sea
By Associated Press
A spokesperson said that China is “deeply concerned about the recent escalation of the Red Sea situation,” but did not mention the Houthis by name.
Understanding China’s Position on the Israel-Palestine Conflict
By Sercan Çalışkan
Beijing is contrasting its approach with Washington's in a bid to win favor from the Gulf states – while still treading cautiously.
Will Iran Set up a Base in Antarctica?
By Zia Madani and Alan D. Hemmings
What is driving Iran's interest in Antarctica, and how realistic are its ambitions?
China’s Middle East Agenda
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Julian Spencer-Churchill and Behrouz Ayaz.
Israel, Iran, and China Put to the Test
By Thiago de Aragao
There is an important connection between China and Hamas’ attack last weekend.
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