Sharp China with Bill Bishop (Preview) The PRC and the Past Two Weeks in Iran; Ten Speeches in Taiwan; London Framework Faltering?; All Eyes on the EU
Jun 25, 2025
The discussion begins by examining China's cautious stance on the recent attacks in Iran and concerns over regional stability. President Lai's speeches on Taiwan provoke a stern response from the PRC, hinting at a tumultuous summer ahead. The faltering London agreement between the U.S. and China is scrutinized as tensions rise. Meanwhile, EU leaders are taking a hard line, especially with the upcoming summit looming. The segment wraps up by highlighting ongoing legislative issues surrounding TikTok and a revived focus on PRC controversies.
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China Values Stability Over Sales
- China is not pleased with the recent Iran conflict unfolding and prefers regional stability.
- Their military-industrial complex potential gains are outweighed by the geopolitical uncertainty.
Iran's Alliances Amplify Conflict Risk
- Iran's global ties complicate conflict escalation, tying it to BRICS and Russia ties.
- An attack on Iran risks widening to a global conflict due to these alliances.
China's Ally Support Limits Exposed
- China risks losing credibility with allies by not materially supporting Iran amid conflict.
- PRC partnerships reveal transactional limits during crises, exposing alliance weaknesses.