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How Iran war, tariffs blow give Xi upper hand over Trump during China visit | Shishir Gupta explains

Published on May 12, 2026 09:16 am IST

Trump's China visit comes amid the unresolved US-Iran war with no ceasefire agreement. HT’s Shishir Gupta analyses limited US leverage, failed Pakistan mediation, and Strait of Hormuz impact on the global economy. Plus, Modi's UAE-Netherlands-Norway-Italy tour and insights on BRICS Summit and Quad future. Tune in to Point Blank.

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