China pushes Iran to keep Strait of Hormuz open for oil and gas shipments

China is pressuring Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for oil and gas shipments, according to sources. The strait is a vital shipping route, and reports indicate tanker traffic has been disrupted there.

Chinese gas buyers say Beijing is in talks with Iran to allow safe passage. Some sources suggest Iran may only allow Chinese vessels through the strait, while others note China and India are looking for other crude sources due to the risk of supply disruption.