China & Kuwait
75 shared events · Importance 24 · Last updated May 14, 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, where China is building a port, raising concerns about regional stability and its infrastructure projects.
May 12, 2026 · 28 articles
International
China: China is considered the second strongest nation militarily and is a key player in trade discussions with the United States. It is also helping Kuwait build a port.
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, where China is helping build a port.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is helping Kuwait build a port on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island and is a major buyer of Iranian oil, making it a key player in regional stability and the Iran war discussions.
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, where China is helping build a port, highlighting regional tensions.
May 12, 2026 · 9 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait, as a Gulf Arab country, experienced significant crude production losses and a sharp decline in jet fuel exports, with its heavier crude fields requiring months for restoration.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil and is being pressed by the United States to use its influence to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the Iran war, while also seeking to maintain stable trade relations with the United States.
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, indicating its vulnerability and involvement in the regional tensions stemming from the Iran war.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil and maintains close ties with Iran. Donald Trump is visiting China to seek its help in resolving the conflict, and China has agreed that no country should charge tolls on traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Kuwait: Kuwait has launched retaliatory strikes into Iraq as part of the broader military responses in the region.
May 13, 2026 · 13 articles
International
China: China is a key participant in the conference, aiming to strengthen its partnership with Arab League and build a China-Arab community with a shared future.
Kuwait: Kuwait is mentioned as a location for one of Sinopec's landmark projects, the Al-Zour Refinery, demonstrating China-Arab energy cooperation.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
China: China is a key player in this event, being the world's biggest buyer of Iranian oil and a major trading partner with the United States. It is being pressured by the U.S. to influence Iran, but is also wary of destabilizing its own economy and relationship with Iran.
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on an island hosting a China-funded port project, highlighting the regional tensions stemming from the conflict.
May 12, 2026 · 27 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait declared force majeure on oil shipments due to the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
China: China previously blocked a Bahraini resolution and is currently assessing the new draft, with a potential for another veto.
Kuwait: Kuwait is one of the co-drafters of the resolution against Iran.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
International
China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil and is involved in discussions with the United States regarding the Iran war and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its economic ties and diplomatic role.
Kuwait: Kuwait reported drones entering its airspace, indicating the regional impact of the conflict.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Iranian oil. Donald Trump is expected to press Xi Jinping on the Iran issue during his visit to Beijing, indicating China's potential role in future diplomatic efforts.
Kuwait: Kuwait reported an attempted drone attack, with its armed forces dealing with hostile drones in its airspace, highlighting the widespread nature of recent flare-ups in the Gulf.
May 10, 2026 · 20 articles
International
China: US President Donald Trump is due to visit China, adding pressure to resolve the ongoing war and its global economic impact.
Kuwait: Kuwait's air defenses dealt with hostile drones that entered its airspace, indicating the continued regional instability.
May 10, 2026 · 15 articles
International
China: Donald Trump is expected to discuss Iran with Chinese President Xi Jinping, leaning on China to use its influence to push Tehran towards a deal with Washington.
Kuwait: Kuwait's air defenses dealt with hostile drones that entered its airspace, indicating regional instability.
May 10, 2026 · 35 articles
International
China: China brokered a detente between Iran and Saudi Arabia in 2023, but the current conflict has severely tested the gains of that diplomatic effort.
Kuwait: Kuwait launched retaliatory rocket attacks into Iraq against Iran-backed militias and protested cross-border attacks and the storming of its consulate, indicating its direct involvement in the conflict.
May 13, 2026 · 12 articles
International
China: The United States imposed new sanctions on individuals and companies helping Iran ship oil to China, and Donald Trump is expected to discuss Iran with Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Kuwait: Kuwait arrested four infiltrators affiliated with Iran's Revolutionary Guards, indicating regional tensions related to the broader conflict.
May 11, 2026 · 22 articles
International
China: Donald Trump's upcoming visit to China adds pressure to resolve the ongoing war and global energy crisis.
Kuwait: Kuwait's air defenses dealt with hostile drones, indicating the widespread nature of drone threats in the region.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
International
China: China is mentioned as the destination for Donald Trump's visit and is involved in a plan to build infrastructure across the world, including Mubarak Al Kabeer Port on Bubiyan Island.
Kuwait: Kuwait is accused by Iran of attempting to sow discord by detaining four Iranians suspected of being Revolutionary Guard operatives near Bubiyan Island.
May 13, 2026 · 22 articles
International
China: China, as Iran's main oil buyer, has expressed concern over the US blockade and called for the conflict to be resolved through political and diplomatic channels.
Kuwait: The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry reported fresh strikes by Iran and its proxies, indicating continued regional tensions.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of sending an armed Revolutionary Guard team to attack Bubiyan Island, indicating broader regional tensions related to Iran.
May 12, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait's military forces responded to an extensive wave of drone attacks, and three power and water desalination plants were severely damaged, highlighting the ongoing impact of the conflict despite the ceasefire.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
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