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China & Joseph Aoun

32 shared events · Importance 9 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026

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China: Held direct talks with Houthis to secure safe passage for its tankers; called for renewed negotiations.
Joseph Aoun: Lebanese President; to meet Trump to present Hezbollah disarmament plan.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
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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.
Joseph Aoun: Joseph Aoun, Lebanese President, is expected to meet with Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the ongoing conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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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.
Joseph Aoun: As Lebanon>>>'s President, Joseph Aoun>>> emphasized the need for a swift ceasefire in a call with United States>>> Secretary of State Marco Rubio>>>.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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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.
Joseph Aoun: Joseph Aoun, the Lebanese President, has stated that Lebanon faces a 'fateful test' regarding its unity and sovereignty amidst the conflict and peace negotiations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
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China: China has welcomed the interim agreement and urged for the swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the stability of global industrial and supply chains. Its foreign minister, Wang Yi, has called for continued efforts towards peace and stability in the Middle East.
Joseph Aoun: Joseph Aoun, the Lebanese president, has emphasized Lebanon's independent negotiation path with Israel, separate from the US-Iran deal, while welcoming any ceasefire efforts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
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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.
Joseph Aoun: As Lebanon>>>'s President, Joseph Aoun>>> emphasized the need for a swift ceasefire in a call with United States>>> Secretary of State Marco Rubio>>>.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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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.
Joseph Aoun: As the President of Lebanon>>>, Joseph Aoun>>> discussed a ceasefire initiative with United States>>> Secretary of State Marco Rubio>>>.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
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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>>>.
Joseph Aoun: Joseph Aoun, Lebanese President, is expected to meet with Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the ongoing conflict.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
Joseph Aoun: As Lebanon>>>'s President, Joseph Aoun>>> emphasized the need for a swift ceasefire in a call with United States>>> Secretary of State Marco Rubio>>>.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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China: China's ample crude inventories may reduce near-term purchases, a bearish factor for oil.
Joseph Aoun: Lebanon's President commented on Israeli operations, affecting regional diplomacy.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
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China: China has called for restraint and is a major importer of Middle Eastern oil, affected by supply disruptions.
Joseph Aoun: Lebanese President Aoun met with Trump to discuss calm in Lebanon, separate from the main conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
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China: China's top diplomat urged Tehran that it was 'key' for all parties to 'genuinely implement' their obligations under the deal, highlighting the global impact of the agreement.
Joseph Aoun: Joseph Aoun, the Lebanese President, welcomed the US-Iran deal, expressing gratitude for de-escalation efforts and the recognition of Lebanon's stability, despite previously accusing Tehran of using Lebanon as a bargaining chip.
Jun 11, 2026 · 372 articles
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Joseph Aoun: Joseph Aoun, President of Lebanon, stated that Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel were 'illegal' and provided a pretext for Israeli retaliation.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
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