Report: China Exploits the War with Iran to Enhance Its Global Influence

SadaNews - A secret American intelligence report, published by the Washington Post and translated by SadaNews, has confirmed that China has sought to maximize its gains and superiority over the United States following the war with Iran, through various diplomatic, economic, military, and intelligence levels.

Diplomatically, Beijing has exploited the war to portray the United States as a dangerous and reckless power rather than a responsible global leader. This rhetoric has contributed to weakening Washington's position with many countries and opened the door for China to present itself as a more balanced power, keen on international stability.

Economically, China has utilized its vast energy reserves to offer solutions to countries affected by the energy crisis resulting from the war. Beijing has provided alternatives in the field of fuel and domestically produced clean energy, enhancing its position as a reliable energy supplier at a time when the world is experiencing supply disruptions.

In the military and intelligence domains, China closely monitored U.S. movements during the war, drawing important lessons for a potential conflict over Taiwan. Beijing focused on studying Washington's behavior in response to the Iranian attack on U.S. bases in the region, noting that the United States consumed large amounts of critical munitions, and that compensating for this deficiency would take a long time.

The report indicates that this U.S. depletion will significantly affect defense capabilities toward Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea, granting China a strategic opportunity to reassess the balance of power in East Asia.