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What Will China Do?

Published January 14, 2026, 18:14
What Will China Do?

China is at the center of international attention due to the escalating tensions between Iran and the United States. Beijing faces a significant stake, as Iran is a major oil supplier. If the flow of oil from Iran is disrupted, China will have to cover a large gap in its imports, approximately 15-20% of its total needs. Replenishing this will not be easy, as China will need to avoid over-reliance on other countries and consider the fact that Iran and Venezuela provided cheap oil due to sanctions. The disruption of oil supplies from Iran will have significant implications for the Chinese economy, its industrial structure, and its geopolitical balance.