Ahead of Meeting Trump at Summit China Called Out for Iran Side Piece with Host and Producer at NTD Steve Lance

Ahead of President Trump’s highly anticipated summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, China is facing renewed scrutiny over its ties to Iran, with critics accusing Beijing of acting as Tehran’s economic “side piece” by continuing to purchase Iranian oil and resist U.S.-led pressure campaigns. Steve Lance, host and producer at NTD, discussed growing concerns that China’s support for Iran could dominate key talks surrounding trade, energy security, and global stability as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise. Analysts say the Trump administration is expected to pressure China to use its influence over Tehran during the summit, especially as Iran’s actions continue impacting global oil markets and international security discussions.