Rubio Hopes China Will Play More Active Role in Persuading Iran
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope that China will take a more active role in persuading Iran to change its behavior in the Persian Gulf region. Rubio noted that China maintains naval vessels in the Persian Gulf, including one that was reportedly struck by Iran over the weekend. The comment suggests growing U.S. expectations that China, as a major power with economic interests in the region, could use its influence to moderate Iranian actions that threaten international shipping and regional stability.