Xi to Attend Summit in Saudi Arabia

The transcript discusses Xi Jinping's limited travel since the pandemic, highlighting his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia as a significant move in strengthening China-Saudi relations. It emphasizes China's growing reliance on Saudi oil compared to the US and the strategic importance of the Middle East for China. The discussion also touches on the competitive dynamics between Saudi Arabia and Iran, and China's potential role in balancing these regional relationships.

Why is it important for China to have influence in the Middle East?

What role does Iran play in the context of China's relationship with Saudi Arabia?