China prioritises energy and diplomacy over Iran support

Beijing (AFP) Mar 5, 2026
China has expressed its anger over Israeli-US strikes on Iran but, despite hits to its oil imports, will not risk its interests by confronting Washington and helping its long-standing partner, analysts say. The war in the Middle East has sparked global fears of an energy supply crunch, with traffic in the vital Strait of Hormuz blocked. Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday they