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China must choose constructive power over destruction with US

other · 2026-05-10

China's success is tied to the global system, necessitating a careful approach to avoid complications with Iran and to maintain its relationship with the US regarding Taiwan. The realm of foreign relations challenges countries to reflect on historical lessons and exhibit foresight, a challenge the US frequently overlooks, often forgetting that unrestrained aggression can escalate conflicts and that dismantling governments without establishing new leadership leads to disorder. Achieving stability demands some level of cooperation with the US, despite its assertive stance. On April 7, Fu Cong, China's representative at the UN, cast a veto against a Security Council draft resolution intended to enhance security in the Strait of Hormuz.

Key facts

  • China needs the global system to succeed.
  • China must not get entangled with Iran.
  • China must not jeopardise US relations over Taiwan.
  • The US often fails the test of learning from history and acting with foresight.
  • Unchecked aggression leads to wider wars.
  • Removing governments without building new authority invites chaos.
  • Stability requires accommodation with the US.
  • Fu Cong vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz on April 7.

Entities

Institutions

  • United Nations
  • United Nations Security Council
  • Xinhua

Locations

  • China
  • United States
  • Iran
  • Taiwan
  • Strait of Hormuz
  • New York

Sources