Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says India and China could play a role in helping resolve conflict in West Asia. Speaking on Monday, she argues that China, in particular, can exert influence on Tehran. Her point is that China is among the biggest buyers of Iranian oil and gas, which gives it potential leverage in discussions affecting Iran’s regional conduct.
Clinton frames the issue around the idea that major regional and energy-demanding countries can pressure parties involved in the wider dispute. Both outlets report her view that any approach that targets leverage over Tehran would likely involve China and India, also described as leading buyers of Iranian oil and gas. The coverage focuses on her emphasis on economic leverage rather than detailing any specific diplomatic plan, timeline, or additional conditions for a resolution. The reports do not describe direct commitments by India or China, instead presenting Clinton’s assessment of where influence may exist.
