China Gains Influence Amid Middle East Tensions as US Revises Global Trade Policies
Recent US-Israel strikes on Iran have weakened Tehran but also created opportunities for China to expand its global influence by promoting peace and leveraging its diversified energy strategy. China condemned the attacks and supported mediation efforts, gaining praise from Iran. Meanwhile, China's energy resilience, combining coal and renewables, lessened the impact of regional tensions on its economy. Separately, the US under President Trump is reshaping global trade policies with new tariffs and investigations, affecting international trade dynamics amid ongoing geopolitical shifts.