Trump may delay China trip due to Iran war, but Treasury's Bessent says it's not to pressure Beijing on Strait of Hormuz

Trump may delay China trip due to Iran war, but Treasury's Bessent says it's not to pressure Beijing on Strait of Hormuz

March 16, 2026Updated: March 16, 2026

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump may delay China trip due to Iran war, but Treasury's Bessent says it's not to pressure Beijing on Strait of Hormuz.

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