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Saudi Arabia & Xi Jinping

20 shared events · Importance 15 · Last updated May 14, 2026

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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is a regional country affected by the US-Iran conflict and was involved in diplomatic discussions with China regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, as the President of China, called for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and expressed concern over the US Navy's actions, highlighting China's diplomatic stance and its interest in global energy security.
Apr 16, 2026 · 17 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's CEO, Amin Nasser, warned that disruptions to oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz could delay market stability until 2027.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, as the Chinese President, is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump, which could impact the broader geopolitical landscape.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has engaged in military responses during the war, with its fighter jets bombing Iran-backed militias in Iraq.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping is meeting with Donald Trump to discuss the Iran war and other issues. China's stance on the conflict and its potential role in mediation are key.
May 13, 2026 · 13 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is a country with which China has previously mediated to restart official engagement with Iran, reducing regional conflict risks.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, as the President of China, is leading China's diplomatic efforts, including announcing a four-point peace plan and preparing for a summit with Donald Trump to discuss trade and stability.
Apr 16, 2026 · 36 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia was mentioned as one of the countries that requested Donald Trump to pause the effort to guide ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to regional peace efforts.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, Chinese President, is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump for a high-profile summit, where the Iran conflict is expected to be a key agenda item.
May 06, 2026 · 20 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia reportedly refused to allow US forces to use its airspace and bases for the Hormuz operation, influencing the US's tactical decisions.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, as China's leader, has been contacted by Donald Trump regarding not supplying weapons to Iran, indicating China's potential influence in the conflict.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Amin H. Nasser, CEO of Saudi Arabia, stated that the world has lost about 1 billion barrels of oil over the past two months, highlighting the severity of the supply disruption.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, President of China, is expected to discuss Iran with Donald Trump, with hopes he can influence Iran towards a ceasefire.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia condemned the drone attack on the Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, as President of China, met with Donald Trump to discuss the Middle East conflict and the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing points of agreement despite opposing sides.
May 17, 2026 · 7 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's foreign minister held a phone call with the Iranian minister, indicating ongoing back-channel diplomacy to find a solution to the war.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, President of China, is scheduled to meet Donald Trump, indicating China's role in high-level diplomatic efforts related to the conflict.
May 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is mentioned as one of the countries that requested Donald Trump to pause the effort to guide ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to regional peace efforts.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, as the President of China, is scheduled to host Donald Trump for a high-profile summit, which could be a platform for further discussions on the Iran conflict.
May 06, 2026 · 57 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia was mentioned in the context of China's previous mediation efforts, specifically a detente with Iran in 2023.
Xi Jinping: President Xi Jinping has not publicly commented on the conflict but his country's intervention reflects its ability to maintain strong ties with various nations while protecting its economic interests.
Apr 09, 2026 · 12 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia suspended the US military's ability to use a Saudi base for operations in the Strait of Hormuz, angered by Donald Trump's announcement to escort ships, impacting US military strategy.
Xi Jinping: News of Iranian officials traveling to China ahead of a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping lifted market sentiment, indicating the potential for broader diplomatic engagement.
May 06, 2026 · 98 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss diplomatic efforts and convey Pakistan's solidarity.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, the President of China, called for ships to resume passage through the Strait of Hormuz and for the conflict to be resolved through political and diplomatic channels, and reportedly agreed not to send weapons to Iran.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is one of the co-drafters of the resolution against Iran.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping is mentioned in the context of President Donald Trump's upcoming visit to meet him, during which the US is engaging China on the resolution.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
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Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is among the Gulf states receiving drone expertise and air defense assistance from Ukraine.
Xi Jinping: Xi Jinping, President of China, was a high-profile guest at last year's Victory Day parade in Moscow.
May 04, 2026 · 14 articles
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Jan 16, 2026 · 162 articles
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Mar 10, 2026 · 35 articles
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Apr 12, 2026 · 167 articles
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Apr 14, 2026 · 15 articles
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Apr 07, 2026 · 36 articles
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