United States President, Donald Trump, has said that China has agreed not to supply weapons to Iran following direct communication with Chinese leader, Xi Jinping.
Trump disclosed this in a post, stating that he received personal assurances from Xi ahead of their planned summit scheduled for May 14–15 in Beijing.
According to the US President, Xi had “essentially” confirmed in a letter that China was not providing weapons to Iran, following concerns raised by Washington over alleged arms transfers.
“I had heard that China was giving weapons to Iran, so I wrote him a letter asking him not to do that, and he replied that he’s not doing that,” Trump said during an interview.
The development comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, which have further strained relations between the world’s two largest economies.
China had earlier criticised the United States over its naval blockade of Iranian ports, describing the move as “dangerous and irresponsible,” while also pledging to play a constructive role in promoting peace in the region.
Trump, however, maintained that efforts to ensure free passage through key global shipping routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, were in the interest of both China and the international community.
China remains Iran’s largest trading partner and a major importer of its oil, making its position significant in ongoing geopolitical developments.
The US President also commented on broader relations with China, acknowledging ongoing tensions while insisting that his administration has maintained a firm stance in dealings with Beijing.
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