In this episode of China-Mena titled "China and the Israel-Hamas War: A View from Tel Aviv," host Jonathan Fulton and guest Gedaliah Afterman engage in a compelling discussion on the intricate dynamics between China, Israel, and the ongoing conflict with Hamas. The conversation delves into China's evolving stance, economic interests, potential for mediation, and the consequential effects on China's emerging role in the Middle East. Join us as we unravel the complexities of this relationship and analyze its impact on regional dynamics.

Takeaways

• China's Relationship with Israel-Palestine
• Israel-China Technological Relationship
• China's Response to Israel-Hamas War
• Unlikelihood of Israel-China Political Partnership
• China's Economic Interests in the Middle East
• China's Roles in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
• Limited China's Role in the Conflict

Quotes

"Trade between Israel and China is expected to continue, but the prospects of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) may be jeopardized by trust issues and concerns about doing business in Europe and the US." - Gedaliah Afterman

"China's participation in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will be contingent upon its alignment with regional interests and its relationship with the United States."- Gedaliah Afterman

Featured in the Episode

Jonathan Fulton

Nonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs at the Atlantic Council. Associate Professor of Political Science at Zayed University in Abu Dhabi

https://ae.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-fulton-2627414b

https://twitter.com/jonathandfulton

Gedaliah Afterman

Head, Asia Policy Program at Abba Eban Institute of International Diplomacy, Reichman University (IDC Herzliya)

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gedaliah-afterman/

Guest Website: The Asia Policy Program | Abba Eban Institute

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction
00:09 - Understanding the China-Israel Relationship
03:42 - China's Ambitions for Mediation
07:14 - Exploring the Israel-China Tech Connection
06:37 - Analyzing Superpower Competition in the Israel-China Relationship
13:06 - Assessing China's Response to the Conflict
14:04 - Unveiling China's Stance: Anti-Israel Sentiment
17:44 - Examining the Impact on China-Israel Relationship
21:04 - Skepticism and Rhetoric Surrounding Israel-Palestine
25:40 - China's Role in Gaza Assistance
28:30 - China's Growing Influence in the Middle East
29:44 - Deliberating China's Regional Engagement Strategies
31:05 - Outro