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China Isn't Scared of Trump's Squeeze on Iran
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Fusion42 · 3 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The U.S. has escalated sanctions on Iran but has notably avoided targeting China, Iran's main economic lifeline. China remains unphased, leveraging legal protections and its rare earth export power to deter U.S. sanctions and maintain economic stability.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
You face a tougher terrain as U.S. sanctions skip China but threaten indirect spillover. If your business relies on trade connected to China or Iran, now is the time to reassess exposure to geopolitical friction.
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