Can China help end the Iran war?

About this episode

The episode discusses China's potential role in facilitating peace in the Iran war amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts.

China's diplomatic role in the Middle East is under sharp focus, as foreign ministers from Beijing and Tehran meet. It's calling on the US and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and for a 'comprehensive' ceasefire. So, can China help end the war? In this episode:  Setareh Sadeqi, Assistant Professor, Tehran University's Faculty of World Studies Scott Uehlinger, Former senior CIA officer and U.S. Navy veteran Andy Mok, Senior Research Fellow, Center for China and Globalization  Host: Mohammed Jamjoom  Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on  X ,  Instagram ,  Facebook , and  YouTube

People in this episode

Host: Mohammed Jamjoom

Guests: Setareh Sadeqi, Scott Uehlinger, Andy Mok

Topics covered

• China
• Iran
• Middle East diplomacy
• ceasefire
• US-Iran relations
• war resolution

Keywords

• China
• Iran
• diplomacy
• ceasefire
• Middle East
• Strait of Hormuz
• US relations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Tehran University, Center for China and Globalization

Places: China, Iran, United States, Strait of Hormuz

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