September 18, 2025

The Dragon Moves West? China’s Gambit in the Middle East

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Analysis of China's evolving foreign policy highlights growing ambitions in the Middle East, suggesting a proactive global role.

China's foreign policy has shifted from cautious restraint to a more aggressive approach under Xi Jinping, emphasizing diplomacy.
Key examples, like the 2023 Saudi–Iran rapprochement, demonstrate China's expanding influence and strategic aspirations in the region.
This change raises questions about China's motivations and the ramifications of its increased presence in Middle Eastern affairs.
The centralization of power under Xi, alongside a vision of rejuvenation, fuels a foreign policy aiming for symbolic leadership.

Ashutosh Singh (2025) studied this question.

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