US President Donald Trump has claimed that China is happy with his decision to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, saying the move will benefit not only Beijing but the rest of the world as well. In a fresh post on Truth Social, Trump said the key shipping route would remain open and insisted that it would never be blocked again. The statement came as tensions in the region remain high and global attention stays focused on the narrow waterway that carries a large share of the world’s oil and gas supplies.

In his post, Trump wrote, "China is very happy that I am permanently opening the Strait of Hormuz. I am doing it for them, also - And the World. This situation will never happen again. They have agreed not to send weapons to Iran". His remarks suggested that China had privately agreed to stop sending military support to Iran in return for stability in the strategic route. The Strait of Hormuz has become a major point of concern in recent months because of fears that conflict in the region could disrupt energy shipments and create wider economic uncertainty.

Trump’s claim about China’s role has raised questions because it appears to conflict with recent international reports. CNN recently reported that China was preparing to supply air defence systems to Iran. At the same time, the Financial Times reported that Iran had been using Chinese spy satellites to identify and track American military bases in the region. These reports have added to concerns in Washington that Beijing may be deepening its security ties with Tehran even while publicly calling for peace.

China’s Foreign Ministry has repeatedly denied that Beijing is providing any kind of military support to Iran. Chinese officials have rejected such accusations in recent days and maintained that the country supports regional stability. Despite these denials, the United States has long accused China of helping Iran’s ballistic missile programme. According to the US government, China has supplied dual-use industrial materials that can be used in missile development. These allegations have remained a point of friction between Washington and Beijing.

Trump also used the same social media post to speak about his upcoming visit to China. He suggested that relations between the two countries were improving and said Chinese President Xi Jinping would warmly welcome him during the trip. Trump wrote, "President Xi will give me a big, fat, hug when I get there in a few weeks. We are working together smartly, and very well! Doesn't that beat fighting??? BUT REMEMBER, we are very good at fighting, if we have to - far better than anyone else!!!" The statement reflected Trump’s usual mix of personal diplomacy and strong language on national security.

Trump is scheduled to travel to China for a state visit on May 14 and 15. Xi is expected to make a return visit to Washington later. The meeting will be their first face-to-face talks since they met in South Korea in October, where both leaders agreed to ease trade tensions for the time being. Trump’s 2017 visit to China was the last visit by a sitting US president, making the upcoming trip significant for both countries.

At the same time, China has strongly criticised recent US actions involving Iran. On Tuesday, Beijing accused Washington of acting recklessly after the United States imposed a blockade on Iranian ports. Chinese President Xi said China would continue to play what he called a constructive role in trying to support peace in the Middle East. Beijing has signalled that it wants stability in the region because of its economic and energy interests.

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun sharply criticised the American move during a press briefing. He said, "The US increased military deployments and took a targeted blockade action, which will only exacerbate tensions and undermine the already fragile ceasefire agreement and further jeopardise safety of passage through the Strait (of Hormuz)," He further added, "This is dangerous and irresponsible behaviour," showing China’s clear opposition to the latest US military steps near Iran.

Trump’s latest comments have once again placed the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of global politics. His claims about China, Iran and regional security are likely to draw close attention as world leaders prepare for another round of diplomatic talks in the coming weeks.