Geopolitical Dependencies: China and Iran

This chapter examines the complex economic and strategic ties between China and Iran, focusing on Iran's critical role in China's energy supply. It highlights the global ramifications of potential conflicts, such as Iran's threats to close the Strait of Hormuz, and discusses the shifting alliances in light of geopolitical tensions. Additionally, it addresses the ideological contradictions in China's treatment of Islam and the implications of isolationist policies on international relations.