China Defies U.S. Demands on Russian and Iranian Oil, Exposing Flaws in American Trade Strategy

In the ongoing chess match between Washington and Beijing, one issue remains a glaring point of contention: China's steadfast refusal to stop buying oil from Russia and Iran despite aggressive U.S. threats of a 100% tariff. This defiance is not just a trade quarrel—it’s a calculated challenge to America’s effort to curb funding for authoritarian regimes that threaten global stability and directly undermine American national security. Is Washington’s Tough Talk Backing Down Before Beijing’s Resolve? Recent negotiations in Stockholm showcased the limits of American influence over China’s energy decisions. The Chinese Foreign Ministry bluntly stated that it will “firmly defend...