U.S. Hormuz Blockade Impacts China and India's Oil Imports

The U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is pressuring both China and India, which rely heavily on Iranian oil. Approximately 98% of Iranian oil exports are sent to China, complicating U.S.-China relations ahead of a key summit between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. India has resumed Iranian oil purchases after a seven-year hiatus but faces economic repercussions from its energy imports. Analysts suggest tensions may rise, particularly if the U.S. implements tariffs or does not accommodate India's energy demands.