China's Call for Enhanced Energy Cooperation with Southeast Asia

China has expressed readiness to collaborate with Southeast Asian nations to address the energy security challenges stemming from the conflict in Iran. With the Middle East unrest affecting global energy stability, China is positioned as a potential partner in tackling these regional energy issues.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Beijing | Updated: 19-03-2026 12:56 IST | Created: 19-03-2026 12:56 IST
China's Call for Enhanced Energy Cooperation with Southeast Asia
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In a recent statement, China declared its willingness to enhance cooperation with Southeast Asian countries to tackle energy security challenges arising from the conflict in Iran.

Speaking at a regular news conference, Lin Jian, spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry, highlighted the disruptions caused by the Middle East situation to global energy security.

This comes amid queries regarding whether Southeast Asian nations are seeking China's assistance in dealing with their energy security concerns.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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