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.TakeawaysChina's Relationship with Israel-PalestineIsrael-China Technological RelationshipChina's Response to Israel-Hamas WarUnlikelihood of Israel-China Political PartnershipChina's Economic Interests in the Middle EastChina's Roles in Israeli-Palestinian ConflictLimited China's Role in the ConflictQuotes"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 AftermanFeatured in the EpisodeJonathan FultonNonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs at the Atlantic Council. Associate Professor of Political Science at Zayed University in Abu Dhabihttps://ae.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-fulton-2627414bhttps://twitter.com/jonathandfultonGedaliah AftermanHead, 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 InstituteChapters00:00 - Introduction00:09 - Understanding the China-Israel Relationship03:42 - China's Ambitions for Mediation07:14 - Exploring the Israel-China Tech Connection06:37 - Analyzing Superpower Competition in the Israel-China Relationship13:06 - Assessing China's Response to the Conflict14:04 - Unveiling China's Stance: Anti-Israel Sentiment17:44 - Examining the Impact on China-Israel Relationship21:04 - Skepticism and Rhetoric Surrounding Israel-Palestine25:40 - China's Role in Gaza Assistance28:30 - China's Growing Influence in the Middle East29:44 - Deliberating China's Regional Engagement Strategies31:05 - Outro

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