In 2025, China relied heavily on the Strait of Hormuz for its crude oil imports, with daily shipments totaling 5.4 million barrels. As the United States imposed a blockade on this strategic waterway, the resulting disruption to oil flows directly impacted China's energy supply. Beijing publicly criticized the U.S. action, labeling it as reckless and hazardous, highlighting the geopolitical tensions surrounding the blockade.
Simultaneously, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he was collaborating with China to resolve the crisis, claiming that Chinese officials supported his initiatives aimed at reopening the strait. This situation underscores the critical importance of the Strait of Hormuz in global energy trade and the complex diplomatic maneuvers involved in maintaining security and stability in the region.