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Middle Eastern Countries Are Rebalancing Relations With the US and China
May 05, 2023

Middle Eastern Countries Are Rebalancing Relations With the US and China

By Dale Aluf
Gulf states aren’t choosing China over the U.S., but rather weaning themselves away from overdependence on Washington by engaging with a variety of other partners.

The Broader Context Behind China’s Mediation Between Iran and Saudi Arabia
March 14, 2023

The Broader Context Behind China’s Mediation Between Iran and Saudi Arabia

By Mehran Haghirian and Jacopo Scita
When it was clear that an agreement was possible to finalize the détente, China took the mantle of responsibility and the role of a direct mediator.
Iran, Saudi Arabia Agree to Resume Ties, With China’s Help
March 10, 2023

Iran, Saudi Arabia Agree to Resume Ties, With China’s Help

By Jon Gambrell
The major diplomatic breakthrough, negotiated in Beijing with China as mediator, is a demonstration of China's influence in the Middle East.

Can China Continue to Balance Between Saudi Arabia and Iran? 
December 14, 2022

Can China Continue to Balance Between Saudi Arabia and Iran? 

By Jesse Marks
Xi Jinping’s recent visit to Riyadh resulted in a rare diplomatic rebuke from Tehran. 

Xi’s Visit Marks New Era for China-Arab Relations
December 13, 2022

Xi’s Visit Marks New Era for China-Arab Relations

By Wang Jin
The Chinese leader’s trip to Saudi Arabia involved outreach to the entire bloc of Arab states, adding momentum to growing ties.

Xi Jinping’s Trip to Riyadh Is About More Than Saudi-US Relations
December 10, 2022

Xi Jinping’s Trip to Riyadh Is About More Than Saudi-US Relations

By William Figueroa
China-Saudi Arabia relations are both deeper and more limited than recent coverage suggests.

China’s Xi Heads to Saudi Arabia to Boost Beijing’s Influence in the Middle East
December 07, 2022

China’s Xi Heads to Saudi Arabia to Boost Beijing’s Influence in the Middle East

By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi Jinping will attend the first China-Arab States summit as both sides see an opportunity to advance relations. 
Xi Jinping’s Many G-20 Summits
November 18, 2022

Xi Jinping’s Many G-20 Summits

By Shannon Tiezzi
Amid the rapid clip of bilateral meetings, who Xi didn’t meet with was perhaps a better question than who he did.

The Impact and Implications of China’s Growing Influence in the Middle East
July 09, 2022

The Impact and Implications of China’s Growing Influence in the Middle East

By Nadeem Ahmed Moonakal
China has struck a careful balance between regional rivals, especially Iran and the Gulf. But amid shifting dynamics, staying neutral may not be an option.

The Gulf States in China-US Rivalry
November 16, 2021

The Gulf States in China-US Rivalry

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Jonathan Fulton.

The Chinese Muslim Diaspora in Mecca: Lessons for the BRI in the Middle East
July 05, 2021

The Chinese Muslim Diaspora in Mecca: Lessons for the BRI in the Middle East

By Seong Hyeon Choi
From the earliest days, China's interactions with the Middle East were based not only on trade, but on religious and cultural connections.
China’s Foreign Minister Heads to the Middle East
March 25, 2021

China’s Foreign Minister Heads to the Middle East

By Shannon Tiezzi
Wang Yi's six-country tour highlights the region's expanding importance for China.

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