
US President Donald Trump has indicated a possible delay to his planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, pending China's position on reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions related to the Iran conflict. Trump emphasized that China, which imports about 90% of its oil through the strait, should assist in securing this vital shipping route. Chinese officials confirmed ongoing communications with the US regarding the visit and highlighted the importance of diplomatic guidance in bilateral relations.
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