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As a result of its economic ties, China has cultivated relationships across the region with both US allies, such as Saudi Arabia, and foes, such as Iran.
From BBC
The U.K. has said it would help allies in the region to defend themselves from Iranian attacks.
The Gulf state has begun a campaign to persuade the U.S. and allies in Europe and Asia to open the waterway by any means necessary.
However, with the Strait staying effectively closed for U.S. and its allies, global energy shock isn’t going to go away, says Fawad Razaqzada, market analyst at FOREX.com, in an email.
Bahrain, a close U.S. ally that hosts the Navy’s Fifth Fleet, is sponsoring the U.N. resolution, with a vote expected Thursday.
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