US Trade Rep: China wants Strait of Hormuz open without restrictions

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  • 📰 Published: May 15, 2026 at 11:45
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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that during the Trump-Xi summit, Chinese officials clearly expressed their desire for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open without restrictions, fees, or military control. Greer welcomed this stance, noting that China is taking a pragmatic approach to Iran-related issues and wants regional peace. He expressed strong confidence that Beijing will take practical actions to limit any substantive military support to Iran.