China & Houthis
68 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026
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International
China: China is reportedly exempt from fees and has held direct talks with the Houthis, securing safe passage for its tankers, which benefits its oil imports from Saudi Arabia.
Houthis: The Houthis are the central actor, considering imposing transit fees and enforcing a blockade, which could provide funding and de facto control over the Red Sea.
Jul 24, 2026 · 52 articles
International
China: Held direct talks with Houthis to secure safe passage for its tankers; called for renewed negotiations.
Houthis: Declared maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, attacked Saudi oil tankers and infrastructure, escalating the conflict and threatening global oil supply.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
International
China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
Houthis: Yemeni rebel group that attacked Saudi tankers and declared a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, escalating the conflict.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
China: China's Dubai Tower voyage precedes South Korea's, demonstrating its growing interest in the Arctic route. This could enhance China's strategic position in polar shipping.
Houthis: Houthi attacks on vessels in the Bab-el-Mandeb disrupted Suez traffic, indirectly driving interest in Arctic routes.
Aug 22, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China abstained from the vote, indicating non-alignment with the US position.
Houthis: The Houthis are accused of being Iran's proxies and continue attacks on Red Sea shipping and Saudi targets, driving regional instability.
Jul 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: Accused of provocations in South China Sea, defended its claims, held talks with U.S. and ASEAN.
Houthis: Claimed hits on Saudi oil tankers, threatening Red Sea shipping.
Jul 19, 2026 · 131 articles
International
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Houthis: The Houthis have attacked Saudi vessels in the Red Sea, threatening another key chokepoint. This has increased supply fears.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 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.
Houthis: The Iran-backed Houthis attacked a Saudi Aramco refinery, escalating regional tensions.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 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.
Houthis: The Houthis, as Iran's allies in Yemen, have previously attacked shipping near Bab-el-Mandeb, and their potential activation could further disrupt global oil supplies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Houthis: Declared naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, disrupting Red Sea shipping and contributing to supply tightness.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 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.
Houthis: The Houthis are attacking shipping in the Red Sea, escalating the conflict and affecting oil flows.
Aug 24, 2026 · 58 articles
International
China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
Houthis: The Houthis have threatened Saudi shipping in the Red Sea, potentially widening the conflict and disrupting alternative oil routes.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
China: China is subject to new U.S. tariffs, adding to trade frictions and economic uncertainty.
Houthis: The Houthis claimed responsibility for striking two Saudi oil tankers, widening disruption beyond the Strait of Hormuz.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China called for an end to hostilities and supports Pakistan's mediation. It is concerned about disruptions to trade routes and has economic interests in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Houthis: The Houthis attacked Saudi Aramco sites in Jizan and Yanbu and declared a blockade on Saudi shipping in the Red Sea. Their actions escalate the conflict and threaten global oil supplies.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 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.
Houthis: The Houthis have attacked Saudi shipping, escalating the conflict and threatening Red Sea routes.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
Business
China: China's crude imports have slumped, which may limit oil price gains due to demand elasticity and high inventories.
Houthis: Houthi rebels in Yemen threaten to blockade Saudi Arabia shipments via the Red Sea, exacerbating supply disruptions.
Jul 21, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Gulf oil and has diplomatic influence. It benefits from discounted Iranian oil but avoids military involvement.
Houthis: Houthis have attacked Saudi oil facilities and shipping, expanding the conflict and disrupting Red Sea trade.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
China: Ambassador met with Iranian officials; China is a major oil importer affected by Hormuz closure.
Houthis: Iran-backed group attacking shipping and Saudi targets; escalating regional tensions.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
Business
China: Major buyer of Middle Eastern crude; reluctant to use Sidi Kerir due to high freight costs and long voyages.
Houthis: Blockade of Red Sea shipping lanes disrupts Saudi exports, forcing alternative routes.
Aug 18, 2026 · 7 articles
International
China: China is noted as relatively insulated from the war's impact, benefiting from its own resilience.
Houthis: The Houthis announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabian shipments through Bab-el-Mandeb, exacerbating shipping disruptions.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: Chinese shipping giants halted tanker transits through Hormuz, reducing oil flow and adding to supply concerns.
Houthis: Houthis attacked ships in the Red Sea, adding to shipping risks and supporting oil prices.
Aug 17, 2026 · 33 articles
International
China: China is a major oil importer and has been warned by Trump, while also being accused of providing support to Iran.
Houthis: The Houthis have escalated attacks on shipping, increasing the scope of the conflict and oil price volatility.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
China: China relaxed fuel export controls, potentially affecting global oil supply and demand dynamics.
Houthis: The Houthis claimed responsibility for the missile strike on the Saudi tanker Wafaa, escalating its maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia. The group's actions are disrupting Red Sea shipping and contributing to regional instability.
Aug 05, 2026 · 31 articles
Business
China: AI startups surged on domestic chip developments. Potential U.S. import ban on components.
Houthis: Attacks on Saudi Arabia and threats to shipping lanes increased oil supply risks.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
China: China, which brokered the 2023 Iran-Saudi rapprochement, may see its regional influence grow if the pact expands.
Houthis: The Houthis is indirectly affected as a proxy in the Iran-Saudi rivalry; potential rapprochement could alter the Yemen conflict dynamics.
Aug 23, 2026 · 8 articles
International
China: China's crude oil imports dropped significantly, contributing to keeping a lid on oil prices. As the world's largest oil importer, its demand impacts global oil markets.
Houthis: The Iran-backed Houthis have launched missile barrages on Israel and threatened a complete ban on maritime navigation in the Red Sea, opening another front of escalation. Their actions contribute to regional instability and impact shipping routes.
May 29, 2026 · 22 articles
International
China: China's ample crude inventories may reduce near-term purchases, a bearish factor for oil.
Houthis: Yemeni rebel group threatening shipping in the Red Sea, adding to energy supply risks. Their actions could escalate the conflict.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
International
China: China is a potential alternative partner for Saudi nuclear development; the deal sidelines Chinese involvement.
Houthis: The Houthis attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, enforcing a blockade and escalating the conflict with Saudi Arabia.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
International
China: China has called for restraint and is a major importer of Middle Eastern oil, affected by supply disruptions.
Houthis: The Iran-backed Houthis have declared a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea, threatening an alternative oil route and escalating the conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
International
China: A Chinese company's building in Kuwait was hit by an Iranian strike, killing one worker.
Houthis: The Houthis, an Iran-backed group, attacked Saudi oil facilities and declared a blockade, escalating the conflict and threatening global energy supplies.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
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