China & Bahrain
70 shared events · Importance 15 · Last updated May 12, 2026
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China: China is involved in building Mubarak Al Kabeer Port on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, which was attacked by Iran. The Strait of Hormuz closure has also impacted China's oil imports, making Iran a key topic for discussions with the United States.
Bahrain: Bahrain has sentenced two dozen people for alleged espionage and conspiring with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, indicating ongoing internal security concerns related to Iran.
May 12, 2026 · 28 articles
International
China: China previously blocked a Bahraini resolution and is currently assessing the new draft, with a potential for another veto.
Bahrain: Bahrain is co-sponsoring the draft resolution with the United States against Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
International
China: China's export engine slowed sharply in March due to the conflict's impact on energy and transportation costs, affecting global demand for its manufactured goods.
Bahrain: Bahrain, as a Gulf Arab country, experienced significant crude production losses and a sharp decline in jet fuel exports.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
China: China's President Xi Jinping is set to meet Donald Trump, with the fate of Jimmy Lai being a potential discussion point, as China prioritizes national security.
Bahrain: Bahrain hosts the United States Navy's regional headquarters and has arrested dozens of people allegedly linked to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is expected to veto the US-proposed resolution against Iran, which could create awkwardness ahead of US President Donald Trump's trip to China.
Bahrain: Bahrain co-drafted the original version of the resolution with the United States.
May 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is playing a crucial role as an unofficial mediator in the Iran war, seeking to de-escalate the conflict and safeguard its energy supplies. It is also using this diplomatic push to advance its trade interests and claims on Taiwan during an upcoming summit with Donald Trump.
Bahrain: Bahrain is one of the counterparts with whom Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke regarding the Iran war.
Apr 16, 2026 · 36 articles
International
China: China is involved as a mediator, with its Foreign Minister Wang Yi urging Iran to continue negotiations and offering a four-point proposal to resolve the war. Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump to discuss the conflict.
Bahrain: Bahrain revoked the citizenship of 69 individuals for supporting Iran after weeks of Iranian attacks on Gulf states.
Apr 26, 2026 · 57 articles
International
China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil, and the United States is pressuring China to encourage Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Bahrain: Bahrain urged the resumption of U.S.-Iran negotiations and stressed the importance of solidifying the ceasefire.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
China: China vetoed a previous Security Council resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its stance on international diplomatic efforts related to the conflict.
Bahrain: Bahrain is co-drafting a Security Council resolution with the United States and other Gulf allies to hold Iran accountable for its actions in the Strait of Hormuz, participating in diplomatic efforts.
May 04, 2026 · 36 articles
International
China: China is hosting talks between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Chinese counterpart, with Donald Trump also expected to visit, indicating its role in potential diplomatic efforts.
Bahrain: Bahrain is mentioned as a recipient of a drone deal offer from Volodymyr Zelenskyy and is involved in a US-backed draft resolution for sanctions against Iran.
May 04, 2026 · 15 articles
International
China: China is mentioned as a buyer of sanctioned Iranian crude oil and a country affected by the Strait of Hormuz closure, with U.S. President Donald Trump traveling there for a summit.
Bahrain: Bahrain is mentioned as another member of the Abraham Accords, with optimism for more countries to join.
May 12, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain issued warnings about incoming missiles from Iran after the ceasefire announcement, indicating continued regional instability.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain, a Gulf country, issued alerts and activated air defenses following missile launches from Iran, indicating continued regional tensions despite the ceasefire.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain experienced explosions as a result of Iranian retaliatory missile attacks on Gulf Arab states.
Apr 07, 2026 · 26 articles
International
Bahrain: Bahrain is gradually reopening its airspace after the ceasefire, indicating a return to normalcy for air travel in the region.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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