Why China Cares About the Middle East

NCUSCR Interviews by National Committee on U.S.-China Relations

Apr 24, 202615:34Government & Organizations

China's role in the Middle East and North Africa has grown in recent years as Beijing has expanded its engagement in energy, trade , infrastructure, and diplomacy across the region. At the same time, Middle Eastern and N...

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