China & United States — United States Department of the Treasury
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International
China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil and a potential target of secondary sanctions. The threat puts US-China trade relations at risk, with significant implications for global markets.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is the primary actor, unveiling sanctions against over 60 entities and threatening further measures. Its actions increase geopolitical risk and could disrupt global trade.
Aug 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is the largest buyer of Iranian oil and faces potential secondary sanctions. The US has sanctioned Chinese teapot refineries but avoided targeting major banks.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is the main actor imposing sanctions, targeting entities in China, UAE, Singapore, and other countries. It has sanctioned over 1,000 people and vessels since 2025.
Aug 24, 2026 · 8 articles
International
China: China is the largest buyer of Iranian oil and has not been directly sanctioned, but faces pressure to comply. The US is wary of Chinese retaliation, especially ahead of talks between Trump and Xi.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury Department implemented the sanctions on 60 individuals, entities, and vessels, and is responsible for enforcing the measures. Its actions directly affect Iran's economy and international trade.
Aug 24, 2026 · 27 articles
International
China: China is a key target of the expanded sanctions, as the U.S. may sanction Chinese banks facilitating Iran trade, potentially straining U.S.-China relations and affecting Chinese refiners.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is the primary actor, expected to broaden secondary sanctions on Iran, increasing its enforcement power and signaling a tougher stance.
Aug 24, 2026 · 7 articles
International
China: China is Iran's largest oil customer and a major trade partner. It faces potential secondary sanctions, but the US is wary of retaliation ahead of talks.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is implementing the sanctions, mapping networks and issuing designations. It holds the power to remove entities from the US dollar system.
Aug 24, 2026 · 58 articles
International
China: As Iran's largest trade partner, China faces potential secondary sanctions, though the US may calibrate actions ahead of Xi Jinping's visit.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: Implements sanctions on Iran-linked entities, enforcing US economic policy.
Aug 24, 2026 · 9 articles
International
China: China, as the world's second-largest economy, will no longer receive development loans from the World Bank Group after 2031. This signifies its economic maturity and a shift in its relationship with multilateral financial institutions.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: A spokesperson for the United States — United States Department of the Treasury called the World Bank Group's decision to phase out lending to China 'a step in the right direction', aligning with the US's long-standing position.
Apr 20, 2026 · 20 articles
International
China: China is engaging in AI talks to manage regulatory risks and secure access to advanced technologies, while facing US export restrictions.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is leading US preparations for the AI talks, focusing on economic and IP issues.
Jul 21, 2026 · 21 articles
International
China: China is a key player, publicly supporting diplomatic resolution and opposing sanctions, while being a major buyer of Iranian oil. Its stance could strain US-China relations and expose its banks to sanctions risk.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The department is preparing measures to punish Iran's economic partners, a significant policy action.
Aug 23, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
China: China is a focus of potential U.S. sanctions on Iran, and its yuan strengthened to a 3.5-year high.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: Central actor; announced doubling of buyback operations to $4 billion per operation, aiming to lower long-term yields. The move was seen as interventionist and raised concerns about fiscal credibility.
Aug 19, 2026 · 127 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil and is pressured to join the sanctions. Non-compliance could lead to US secondary sanctions, affecting its energy imports and trade.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is the main implementer of sanctions, targeting Iran's financial system and threatening secondary sanctions.
Aug 06, 2026 · 325 articles
International
China: China is the main buyer of Iranian oil and faces US threats of economic consequences if it continues trade, risking tensions with Washington.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury is implementing economic sanctions and threatening further measures.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
Business
China: China, as Iran's largest trade partner, is unlikely to bow to U.S. pressure, potentially straining U.S.-China trade relations.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury warned of potential sanctions on Iran but imposed none, leading to a drop in oil prices. It also considered debt buybacks, affecting Treasury yields.
Aug 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is the target of the proposed tariff, facing potential penalties for alleged overcapacity. The move could hurt Chinese exporters and escalate trade friction with the US.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury Department warned of new secondary sanctions on countries trading with Iran, adding pressure on Iran and its partners.
Aug 24, 2026 · 12 articles
International
China: China opposed the 12.5% tariff as unilateral and harmful, while some exporters reported limited impact due to already reduced U.S. sales.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury paid out $81 billion in tariff refunds after the Supreme Court ruling, and tariff revenue turned negative in June.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
International
China: China criticizes US sanctions and calls for diplomatic resolution. Its stance may influence global trade and energy markets.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The department is implementing sanctions against Iran, affecting its economy and global financial markets.
Aug 21, 2026 · 55 articles
International
China: One sanctioned entity and front companies used in the smuggling network are based in China, affecting its trade relations and financial institutions.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The United States — United States Department of the Treasury imposed sanctions on a network smuggling Iranian LPG and an Iranian exchange house, aiming to disrupt Iran's revenue generation and financial lifelines.
Jun 05, 2026 · 16 articles
Regulatory
China: China was a target of the invalidated tariffs and is subject to new tariffs. The refunds do not directly affect China, but trade tensions persist.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury disbursed the refunds, contributing to a larger federal deficit. It manages the fiscal impact of the refunds.
Jul 23, 2026 · 34 articles
Business
China: China reduced its Treasury holdings, contributing to foreign selling of US debt.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury's bond auctions saw record-high yields, and its intervention with Japan to support the yen involved selling euros, reflecting concerns about bond market strains.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
International
China: China is being urged to join the US campaign, which could strain US-China relations and affect global trade.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: Treasury bought bonds to lower yields, but debt topping $40 trillion raises concerns.
Aug 24, 2026 · 13 articles
International
China: Shanghai Composite declined slightly.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: Executed the intervention by selling euros for yen, a rare move, and signaled support for Japan, but its actions may be constrained by domestic inflation concerns.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
International
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.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The United States — United States Department of the Treasury is considering using frozen Iranian assets to compensate Gulf allies for war damages, adding a new dimension to the economic pressure on Iran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
China: Major buyer of Russian oil; faces potential 100% tariffs.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury let a waiver for Indian oil purchases expire, complicating India's position.
Jul 10, 2026 · 311 articles
International
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.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The United States — United States Department of the Treasury>>> imposed sanctions on the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, aiming to disrupt Iran>>>'s ability to collect payments from ships in the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
Domestic
China: China>>> is among the countries that would face a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged forced labor imports.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The United States — United States Department of the Treasury received the United States — Internal Revenue Service's memo outlining defenses against Donald Trump>>>'s lawsuit, but its role in passing it to the United States — United States Department of Justice is unclear. A general counsel from the department resigned following the fund's creation.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
Business
China: China's Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite Index index ended higher, supporting the regional rally.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The United States — United States Department of the Treasury's intervention to contain global bond yields was a key catalyst for the market rebound, though its long-term impact remains uncertain.
Aug 20, 2026 · 19 articles
International
China: China is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has suspended strategic reserve purchases and may face higher energy costs.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury imposes sanctions on Iran, affecting its economy and oil exports.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
China: China provides financing and deposits to Pakistan; the facility could shift some dependence away.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The Treasury would administer the facility via the Exchange Stabilization Fund; it declined to comment.
Jul 21, 2026 · 58 articles
International
China: China's state-owned refiners are considering resuming Iranian oil purchases, which could significantly impact global oil markets. China's neutrality in the conflict was also acknowledged by Donald Trump.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: The United States — United States Department of the Treasury is responsible for issuing waivers for existing sanctions on Iran, facilitating oil sales and financial transactions as part of the peace deal. This action aims to stabilize global energy markets.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
International
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.
United States — United States Department of the Treasury: Yields on the United States — United States Department of the Treasury>>>'s longest-dated bonds rose to the highest level in almost two decades due to investor concerns about the Middle East war's macroeconomic impact.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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