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China oil imports
Deconstructing China’s Energy Security Strategy
By Samir Tata
"The United States should not underestimate China’s ability to achieve energy security within the next two decades."
China and Saudi Arabia: A New Alliance?
By Wang Jin
China-Saudi Arabia ties are seeing more political-military cooperation, but oil continues to dominate.
Revealed: China's Blueprint for Building Middle East Relations
By Shannon Tiezzi
The first "Arab Policy Paper" provides Beijing's official vision for China-Middle East relations.
China's Stake in the Saudi Arabia-Iran Clash
By Shannon Tiezzi
China sends an envoy to Riyadh and Tehran to discuss the latest flare-up in tensions.
China and Iraq Announce Strategic Partnership
By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite the development of ties, the relationship remains largely founded on Iraqi oil and gas.
China's Already Preparing for a Post-Sanctions Iran
By Shannon Tiezzi
China is ready to capitalize on any sanctions relief that comes with a final Iran deal.
Can China Engage Meaningfully on Iraq?
By Michal Meidan
Instability in Iraq has serious implications for China, but does it have the ability to forge a proactive policy?
Could Iraq Be Another Libya for China?
By Andrea Ghiselli
The crisis in Iraq again reveals the costs of China’s low military profile in the region.
Iraq Crisis Tests China's Foreign Policy
By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite major interests in Iraq, China is unwilling to get involved in the current conflict.
China Seeks Expanded Role in Middle East
By Shannon Tiezzi
At the China-Arab Cooperation Forum, Beijing will step up its involvement in the Middle East.
Exploring the China and Oman Relationship
Although not widely reported, the two countries have burgeoning ties that go beyond oil.
Saudi Arabia, China's 'Good Friend'
By Shannon Tiezzi
Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister and Crown Prince is in Beijing for meetings with Chinese leaders.