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Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

April 15th, 2026

Iran: Four principles for Beijing’s interests

Xi Jinping has laid out four principles for calming the situation in the Middle East. Above all, the aim is to contain risks that are causing concern in Beijing.

By Marcel Grzanna

News | Focus on Iran

April 7th, 2026

Iran war: African governments call on public to conserve fuel

In response to the crisis in the Middle East, African governments are urging people to conserve energy while seeking ways to soften the impact of rising prices.

By David Renke

News | Energy security

March 30th, 2026

PetroChina: Middle East conflict has limited impact on supply

Chinese oil giant PetroChina says the Middle East conflict is having only a minor effect on its oil and gas supplies. Only around 10% of its total production is transported through the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz.

By Amelie Richter