Trump’s Iran Sanctions Test Whether US or China Will Blink First
Summary
President Donald Trump has imposed new economic sanctions on Iran, asking other countries to join in isolating Iran economically. China, which is Iran’s main trade partner, warned the U.S. not to harm its financial ties with Iran and said their cooperation follows international law.Key Facts
- President Trump introduced more sanctions on Iran this week.
- The sanctions aim to make Iran a global economic outcast.
- China buys most of Iran’s crude oil and has helped Iran avoid some sanctions using complex shipping methods.
- China’s government said economic pressure on Iran risks global economic disruption and increased tensions.
- President Xi Jinping’s upcoming visit to the U.S. is a factor in U.S.-China relations around these sanctions.
- China has reduced oil imports quickly to keep global energy prices stable during Middle East conflicts.
- Two U.S. waivers that allowed Iran’s oil exports despite sanctions have expired.
- China has warned it will protect its rights and interests regarding the U.S. sanctions on Iran.
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