China Vows to Defend Interests Against US Iran Sanctions

China condemned new US sanctions on Chinese entities over Iran ties and vowed to take "all necessary measures" to protect its interests, signaling defiance against Washington's demands. The US sanctions target about 60 entities and individuals worldwide, including some in mainland China and Hong Kong, and require "immediate action" from countries with economic links to Tehran. Beijing responded on August 25, stating its cooperation with Iran complies with international law and "should not be disrupted," adding that economic wars and maximum pressure are "not solutions." Chinese state media praised Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods as a "Chinese-style counterattack," suggesting Beijing views trade resistance as validation of its long-held stance. The US action is part of broader efforts to economically isolate Iran amid a six-month conflict.