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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is the primary architect of Iran's strategic pivot toward China, viewing the nation as a trustworthy partner {fact:1, fact:2}. He has personally endorsed the comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between the two nations as a wise decision [1] and provides the guiding framework for the diplomatic friendship between Iran and China [2].
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Iran's Strategies in Response To Changes in US-China Relations mepc.org 4 facts
claimAyatollah Ali Khamenei has publicly declared Beijing a trustworthy partner and stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran will never forget China's support in bypassing international sanctions.
claimIran's strategy of strengthening relations with non-Western great powers, specifically China, is largely influenced by the personal views and foreign-relations goals of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
claimAyatollah Ali Khamenei described the comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between Iran and China as a wise decision.
claimPresident Ebrahim Raisi has described the friendship between Iran and China as being based on mutual respect and trust, following the guidance of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.