White House: US and China Agree on Importance of Keeping Strait of Hormuz Open

A White House official has stated that the United States and China have agreed on the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for maritime navigation. The official added that the US and Chinese presidents also agreed on the necessity of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He noted that the meeting between the two sides was positive, discussing ways to enhance economic cooperation between Washington and Beijing, indicating a convergence of views on the security of vital waterways and non-proliferation.