Peacemaker or playmaker? Where China stands on Trump's war in the Middle East

Peacemaker or playmaker? Where China stands on Trump's war in the Middle East

Published: April 15, 2026

Duration: 29:06

The war in the Middle East is sending shock waves through global supply chains, so where does this leave economic superpower China? Will it emerge as a genuine global leader or merely make a profit from global disorder?

Does Beijing see the US and the President Trump's instability as a threat or opportunity?

In this episode, Geraldine and Latika go roaming to find out if China wants the global power but not the global responsibility.

The article Geraldine references from Foreign Affairs, written by Zongyuan Zoe Liu is here.

Guest: Rana...