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China is linked to economic sanctions as a major global power that can influence their effectiveness [1], [2], and as a strategic partner that provides Iran with economic relief and protection from the impact of international sanctions [3], [4]. Additionally, China is actively studying the mitigation of these tools to prepare for potential future applications against itself [5].
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Editorials Supporting an Iran Nuclear Deal, January - September 2015 armscontrol.org 2 facts
claimThe Metro-West Daily News stated on March 11, 2015, that sanctions that convinced Iran to roll back and freeze its nuclear program are enforced by all parties to the negotiations, and that the U.S. depends on Russia and China to apply the pressure because the U.S. has nearly no trade with Iran.
perspectiveThe Metro-West Daily News argued that if nuclear talks with Iran fall apart, Russia and China could make sanctions effectively disappear, leaving nothing to stop Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons.
Policy Steps to Prevent a Nuclear Iran | The Washington Institute washingtoninstitute.org 1 fact
claimIran's deepened relationships with Russia and China provided the Iranian regime with perceived protection from the effects of international sanctions.
Consequences of the Russia-Ukraine War and the Changing Face ... rand.org 1 fact
perspectiveThe United States and its allies should refine economic coercion tools because Russia is adapting to current sanctions and China is learning from Russia's experiences in mitigating these tools.
Iran's Strategies in Response To Changes in US-China Relations mepc.org 1 fact
claimIran's relations with China are driven by the need to build and strengthen links with a strong non-Western economic power, particularly during periods of harsh US-led economic sanctions.