China Hit by Strait of Hormuz Disruption as Beijings Mediation Efforts Falter: Insiders

Ships and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, on May 1, 2026. ReutersAs negotiations to ensure the safety of international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz continue, China’s export sector and Beijing’s ability to act as a regional mediator are being tested.The Chinese regime has maintained contact with Iran over maritime security and energy supply concerns, according to sources within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), with particular focus on access through the strategic waterway.