politics
March 16, 2026
China Responds to Trump
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has once again expressed concern about the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, but did not mention sending ships to secure the vital waterway hours after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Beijing to do so, CNN reports.
TL;DR
- China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern about the Strait of Hormuz and the Middle East conflict.
- The ministry called for all parties to halt military actions and avoid further escalation.
- China did not mention sending ships to secure the vital waterway after President Trump's request.
- Trump had urged Beijing to help secure the Strait, noting China's heavy reliance on it for oil.
- The ministry stated that diplomatic communication between China and the U.S. regarding Trump's potential visit is ongoing.
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