China's Role in Resolving the Crisis: Balancing Ambitions and Economy

China's response to the US bombing campaign in response to Iranian proxies has raised concerns about its role in resolving the crisis. The article highlights China's unenviable dilemma of balancing its ambitions for global leadership with its economy and the legitimacy of the Chinese Communist Party. It also suggests inviting China to participate in anti-Houthi operations in Yemen as a way to demonstrate China as a responsible international partner.