The White House said Beijing would buy more oil from the US to reduce its dependence on Gulf supplies

While not immune to disruptions in Hormuz, Beijing has used numerous approaches to reduce its vulnerability

Heading into the summit, Beijing and Washington will likely reaffirm their shared intention to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore stability in the region.

US and Chinese presidents agree the strait must be open for the free flow of energy

By CUI HAIPEI in Dubai, UAE and JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong |