Bahrain & China
124 shared events · Importance 10 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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International
Bahrain: Bahrain, hosting the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters, has been a target of Iranian missile and drone attacks, resulting in injuries and property damage. It is a key US ally in the region directly impacted by the conflict.
China: China>>>, the world's second-largest oil consumer, has sharply reduced its seaborne crude imports due to higher prices, introducing uncertainty into global demand calculations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain, another U.S. ally in the region, has come under Iranian fire, demonstrating the broad impact of the conflict on Gulf states.
China: China reported stronger-than-expected export and import growth, driven by demand for autos and technology goods, despite the Iran war.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain>>>, hosting the United States>>>, has been subjected to Iranian missile and drone attacks, prompting air raid sirens and strong condemnation from its government.
China: China>>> is a significant economic partner for Iran>>> and has been involved in diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Its tankers are now transiting the strait under new Iranian rules.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Bahrain: Refineries offline due to Iran conflict, reducing regional refining capacity.
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
International
Bahrain: Experienced air raid sirens and Iranian strikes on US assets.
China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
Bahrain: Sirens sounded; intercepted Iranian attacks; US military base targeted.
China: Held direct talks with Houthis to secure safe passage for its tankers; called for renewed negotiations.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain hosts the US Fifth Fleet headquarters and could be affected by any reduction in US presence, impacting its security.
China: China is cited as a strategic priority for some officials advocating reduced Gulf commitments.
Aug 18, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain>>> is one of the Muslim and Arab nations that Donald Trump>>> has called upon to join the Abraham Accords>>>.
China: China supports the mediation efforts between the United States and Iran and is actively involved in diplomatic discussions, aiming for peace in the Middle East.
May 12, 2026 · 38 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain has been attacked by Iran for hosting US forces. It is affected by the regional instability.
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain's refineries are on Iran's reported retaliation target list.
China: China is the main buyer of Iranian oil and faces US threats of economic consequences if it continues trade, risking tensions with Washington.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain has faced Iranian missile attacks and hosts US naval bases.
China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain hosts US bases and has been targeted by Iranian attacks, increasing its exposure to the conflict.
China: China is a major oil importer and has been warned by Trump, while also being accused of providing support to Iran.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain hosts US naval forces and has been targeted by Iranian missiles, increasing its security concerns.
China: China is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has suspended strategic reserve purchases and may face higher energy costs.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain>>>, another US ally, has also experienced drone strikes from Iran>>>. This demonstrates the widespread regional impact of the conflict and the risks faced by nations hosting US military presence.
China: China, as Iran's top trading partner, is involved in discussions to resolve the Middle East crisis, with Pakistani officials visiting to discuss mediation efforts.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain, home to the US Navy's 5th Fleet, has faced repeated Iranian missile attacks and air defense alerts.
China: China called for talks and is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has not taken a direct role.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
International
Bahrain: Activated air defenses against Iranian drones and missiles; US-allied state targeted.
China: China's Shanghai Composite fell 2.1%, reflecting regional risk-off sentiment and concerns about global demand.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain's Crown Prince extended greetings to Pakistan.
China: China reaffirmed close ties with Pakistan through its ambassador.
Aug 14, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Bahrain: Issued international bonds in June, contributing to the $170B H1 sovereign issuance.
China: Saw $14B equity outflows and $3.7B debt outflows, a sharp reversal from May's inflows, reflecting uncertainty.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain was targeted by Iranian missiles and drones; sirens sounded multiple times. The country hosts the US Navy's 5th Fleet.
China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil; sanctions revocation may affect its supply.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain, home to the US Navy's Fifth Fleet, is a Gulf ally that was targeted by Iranian retaliatory strikes. Its foreign minister chaired a meeting with Marco Rubio to discuss the peace accord and regional security.
China: China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, has seen its seaborne crude oil imports drop, contributing to the global oil market's oversupply as it draws down inventories.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain>>>'s leaders were included in the discussions with Donald Trump>>> regarding the peace agreement, reflecting the broad regional impact of the conflict.
China: Two Chinese tankers laden with oil exited the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a potential easing of the conflict's impact on global energy supplies, which positively affects China's energy security.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain joined a call with Donald Trump to discuss the peace deal, reflecting its interest in the resolution of the Middle East war.
China: China is involved as the US imposed sanctions on entities facilitating Iranian oil shipments to China, and its President Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain has intercepted Iranian attacks and hosts US military assets, facing direct threats from Iran.
China: China expressed concern and called for cessation of hostilities.
Jul 15, 2026 · 445 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain hosts the US Navy's Fifth Fleet and has been targeted by Iranian attacks, including drone strikes on its air traffic systems.
China: China has called for restraint and is a major importer of Middle Eastern oil, affected by supply disruptions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain is a Gulf ally of the United States and a host to US military bases. It was attacked by Iran during the war and is skeptical of the peace deal's generosity towards Iran.
China: China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, has welcomed the deal and emphasized the importance of all sides implementing their commitments. The agreement could facilitate increased oil trade with Iran.
Jun 12, 2026 · 429 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain>>> was attacked by Iran>>> with missiles and drones, causing injuries.
China: China>>> has economic ties with Iran>>> and has been urged by the United States>>> to help broker a peace agreement, while also having its tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain was a location of U.S. sites hit by Iranian strikes, escalating the conflict.
China: China is noted as relatively insulated from the war's impact, benefiting from its own resilience.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain has also been targeted by Iranian attacks and supports the UAE's stance, but its direct role in this event is limited.
China: China is involved in banking for Iranian networks, potentially impacted by the suspension and sanctions.
Mar 09, 2018 · 173 articles
International
Bahrain: The foreign minister of Bahrain>>> met separately with Wang Yi>>>, indicating diplomatic engagement during the event.
China: As the rotating president of the International — United Nations Security Council>>> for May, China>>> initiated and presided over the meeting, advocating for multilateralism and a stronger United Nations>>> role, positioning itself as a key player in global governance.
May 26, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain has been a target of Iranian missile and drone attacks, with US military bases located there. These incidents contribute to regional instability and the ongoing military actions.
China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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