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China's exports to Iran fall sharply amid the wider Iran conflict

A new report says China's exports to Iran fell 52% during the first seven months of 2026, while other reports describe renewed U.S.-Iran attacks and continued difficulty returning to negotiations.

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The trade contraction signals significant economic spillovers from the conflict and may intensify pressure on Iran and China-U.S. relations.

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