China Walks a DANGEROUS Line as Iran War Escalates (opens in new tab)

Alice Han and James Kynge break down how China is navigating a delicate balancing act as the Iran conflict intensifies—protecting its energy supply while avoiding direct alignment. They also unpack BYD’s global expansion and what it means for Tesla as the EV race heats up. And in Chongqing, a massive new escalator system offers a striking look at China’s approach to infrastructure, scale, and urban life—plus a quick check-in on the markets to start the week. 01:35 Markets 02:32 How Beijing ...