'What is the game plan?': The Iran war is unsettling China and its ambitions
China is not feeling the shock of war in the Middle East - yet. But it is feeling the ripples.
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"A prolonged period of turmoil and insecurity in the Middle East will disrupt other regions of importance for China."
— Philip Shetler-Jones , Academic
"I think China is thinking the same as everyone else."
— Kerry Brown , Academic
Key People
Ali Khamenei was the Supreme Leader of Iran until his death.
A professor at Kings College London, known for his insights into Chinese politics and foreign relations.
An expert from the Royal United Services Institute specializing in geopolitical issues.
Xi Jinping is the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China.
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China is not feeling the shock of war in the Middle East - yet. But it is feeling the ripples.
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