Trump, Xi Pledge Strait of Hormuz Remains Open
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The shared interest in stable energy markets, rather than a unified geopolitical stance, appears to be the primary driver of US-China cooperation on the Strait of Hormuz.
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- Donald Trump met with Xi Jinping in Beijing, where they discussed the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for the free flow of energy, per White House statements.
- Xi Jinping agreed that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to support the free flow of energy.
- Abbas Araghchi called on BRICS nations to condemn the US‑Israel war on Iran as a violation of international law, asserting Iranians will “never bow to any pressure”.
- NYT World highlighted key moments from the first day of Trump's China visit, emphasizing its diplomatic significance amid the Iran‑Israel conflict.
Why it matters: Global oil traders gain stability as the pledge keeps oil shipments flowing, averting price spikes that would hurt consumer economies and increase inflationary pressure significantly.
