Professor of political science Hussein Rouiwan said China will not permit the collapse of Iran due to deep strategic and economic ties [1].
This assessment highlights the growing interdependence between the two nations, suggesting that Beijing views the stability of the Iranian government as essential to its own global economic and security interests.
Rouiwan pointed to China's historical diplomatic support as a primary indicator of this commitment. He said the previous use of China's veto power in the UN Security Council in favor of Iran demonstrates that Beijing is willing to use its highest diplomatic leverage to protect its ally [1].
Economic infrastructure further cements this relationship. Rouiwan said that a railway network now connects Tehran and Beijing [1]. This physical link serves as a cornerstone for trade and strategic movement between the two capitals.
Beyond the railway, the Belt-and-Road Initiative integrates Iran into China's broader regional vision. According to Rouiwan, three Silk Road routes pass through Iran, originating from Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan [1]. These corridors allow China to maintain a presence across Central Asia and the Middle East.
Rouiwan said China's interests in the region extend to the control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy shipments [1]. The combination of diplomatic shielding, rail connectivity, and trade routes creates a framework where the failure of the Iranian state would result in significant losses for Chinese strategic investments.
This analysis was shared during a discussion aired on Al Jazeera Arabic's YouTube channel [1].
“China will not permit the collapse of Iran due to deep strategic and economic ties”
The relationship between China and Iran has evolved from a tactical partnership into a strategic necessity. By integrating Iran into the Belt-and-Road Initiative through rail and trade corridors, China has created a scenario where Iranian instability threatens Beijing's long-term infrastructure investments and energy security in the Persian Gulf.
