America’s big revelation on Iran crisis: China did not provide any military help, Rubio appealed to Beijing for support

Iran Conflict US Assessment China: Amidst the ongoing tension in the Middle East, America has presented an important assessment of China’s role. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the House Appropriations Subcommittee hearing that China has not provided military assistance to Iran in the current regional crisis. According to Rubio, China has adopted a ‘cautious’ refrain from directly engaging in this war despite its deep strategic ties with Iran. attitude has been adopted.

What is China’s stance?

marco rubio acknowledged that Iran does have some old military equipment made in China, which is part of the long-standing relations between the two countries. However, he assured the MPs that no such activity has been observed during the recent conflict which has had any significant impact on the battlefield situation or the military balance. According to him, China has not yet hindered American operations or their ability to function.

America appealed to China

America currently united nations security council is supporting a proposal aimed at restoring freedom of navigation in Hormuz. Rubio appealed to China to support the resolution or at least not use the veto. He argued that China has strong economic reasons to maintain stability in this path. China’s export-based economy is heavily dependent on global trade and energy supplies.

If sea routes remain disrupted for a long time, rising fuel prices will reduce the purchasing power of the global market, which will have a direct negative impact on China’s exports. Underscoring this threat, he revealed that recently a ship bound for China was also targeted during this crisis.

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What will be the impact on Asia?

This development is also important for India as both China and India are large importers of energy resources (oil and gas) from the Gulf region. According to Rubio’s assessment, if the disruption in Hormuz continues, it will not only impact crude oil prices and shipping costs, but the entire Asian supply chain could be affected. This assessment by Washington shows that China is currently ‘wait and watch’ on one of the world’s most important geopolitical issues. Is in position.