Lots of Oil and Lots of Bullets – This week, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi announced his government’s desire to form closer military ties with the People’s Republic of China. The President expressed this sentiment during a visit made by China’s Defense Minister Wei Fenghe to Tehran.
Iranian state media reported that Raisi and Fenghe recognize the strategic importance of cooperating militarily to counter the West, especially the United States, more effectively. Over the last two decades, Iranian-Chinese ties have steadily increased in terms of economic and military exchanges. Specifically, Beijing has propped up the regime’s standing by providing funds in exchange for a foothold in the Middle East region.
The recent meeting between the Chinese and Iranian top officials comes at a time of heightened tension between the U.S. and both countries. Unquestionably, the strongest aspect of the PRC and the Islamic Republic’s partnership is a shared opposition to American hegemony.
Strengthening a Longstanding Relationship
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