Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged accelerated development of a new energy system to safeguard national energy security, as the prolonged Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global energy supplies.
Xi's Energy Security Directive
- Called for faster planning and construction of a new energy system.
- Emphasized the development of hydropower.
- Stressed the importance of ecological protection.
- Urged safe and orderly expansion of nuclear power.
- Remarks were reported by state broadcaster CCTV on Monday.
- Xi did not directly reference the ongoing war in his cited statements.
Context of the Middle East War
- The conflict, now in its fifth week, has triggered global energy shocks.
- Disruptions in the region have heightened concerns over energy stability.
International Diplomatic Efforts
- The United States and Iran are considering a peace plan brokered by Pakistan.
- Tehran has pushed back against pressure to quickly reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- The war's duration underscores the urgency of energy security measures.