The road to Beijing goes through the Strait of Hormuz. China has warned the White House that unless the Gulf crisis is resolved, it will consume the upcoming Trump-Xi summit. With 40% of its oil supply threatened, Beijing is demanding a "synchronized" end to both Iran’s restrictions and the U.S. naval blockade. While China has been working behind the scenes via Pakistan to maintain the peace, its latest message is clear: the era of "Operation Epic Fury" must end before Air Force One touches down.
