China says it will defend its interests against US sanctions.

China has announced that it will defend its national interests following U.S. plans to implement economic sanctions targeting entities that trade with Iran. The announcement, made on Tuesday, comes in response to Washington's strategy for the economic isolation of Tehran.

Beijing emphasized its ongoing bilateral ties, noting that cooperation between China and Iran has been established as a key partnership. The U.S. sanctions are designed to penalize international entities engaging in commerce with the Islamic Republic, directly impacting Beijing's economic relations with the Middle Eastern nation.