Economy: Iran war is weighing on China’s economy

China’s economy is not immune to the raw-materials squeeze. The car market is slumping, toy factories are shutting down. The Politburo is calling for “greater efforts.”

MG
28. April 2026
Öltanker Qingdao Entladung
A scarce commodity: A Chinese tanker unloads oil in Qingdao. (Imago)

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Last updated: 28. April 2026