Trump suggests delaying China visit unless it helps with Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said he might postpone a planned summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping if China does not help keep the Strait of Hormuz open for shipping. The U.S. later denied that any potential delay to the visit was linked to this request.

China's foreign ministry said it is communicating with all sides about the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump has also called on South Korea, Japan, and other countries to contribute to keeping the vital waterway open.