Is China a winner of the Iran war or facing economic risks? | Counting the Cost

China's economy is off to a strong start this year, even as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts global energy markets. It grew by 5 percent in the first quarter, beating expectations. But, beneath the headline numbers, the situation is more complex. Weak domestic consumption, a struggling property sector and a shrinking population are still weighing on the economy. Beijing, though, is doubling down - investing heavily in high-tech industries and green energy, where it already dominates global supply chains. And as the Iran war reshapes energy flows, China may be more insulated than most. #china #economy #iranwar #politics #unitedstates #israel #energycrisis #globaleconomy #xijinping #straitofhormuz