The Red Sea maritime crisis and the HuSSA attack have had a major impact on China's national interests.
The safety of the Red Sea shipping lanes has been a common concern in recent years. The Houthis have repeatedly attacked the Red Sea shipping lanes, posing a major threat to China. The Red Sea is one of the busiest shipping routes in the world and a freight corridor between major cities in Asia and Europe. However, due to the rising level of danger in the Red Sea region, many insurers are reluctant to insure freighters or have high insurance premiums. This has forced Chinese freighters to circumnavigate the Cape of Good Hope in Africa, making voyages more expensive and time-consuming.
According to the data, from December next year, the freight rate of containers from China to Europe has doubled, and the transportation cost of a single container has increased from more than $1,000** to more than $3,000. The Federation of Dutch Trade and Logistics Companies has also noticed that the cost of transporting a container that bypasses the Red Sea has increased from US$1,000** to US$4,000. Shanghai's container freight rate has reached a new high in recent years, and the container freight rate of some Asia-Europe routes has recently reached nearly 600%.
China is the world's largest largest country, accounting for a considerable proportion of Europe's largest amount, of which 13% is imported from Europe. The Red Sea, on the other hand, accounts for 60% of China's total cargo volume. At present, the ** chain between China and Europe has begun to lag, and this kind of rupture will occur in the future, and Chinese goods will also lose their competitive advantage. It's not just about China's position as the world's factory, it's also about jobs.
In addition, Chinese ships used in the production of electric vehicles and optoelectronic devices have also suffered a heavy blow. Statistics from the United States show that by 2022, the number of ships in the sea will be halved. In terms of imports, the same is true for goods from Europe to China, and the same is true for China's energy imports from the Middle East. But because there are few other imported goods to choose from, both Chinese producers and customers will pay the price.
The huge damage caused by the Houthi attack on the Red Sea shipping routes and their Chinese countermeasures.
The Houthi attack on the Red Sea shipping lanes has caused huge economic losses to China, and at the same time seriously damaged China's national image and international status. While the Houthis have not posed any immediate danger to Chinese vessels, China needs to remain vigilant and work closely with all parties involved to ensure the safety and stability of the Red Sea shipping lanes.
First, China needs to work closely with its neighbors to build an efficient security coordination mechanism and strengthen information exchange to achieve joint regional defense. Establish an effective security mechanism to reduce or prevent Houthi attacks by working with the countries concerned.
Second, China should increase its investment in the Red Sea and improve the security of Chinese ships and shipping companies. Through the introduction of modern technology and equipment, increase investment in safety, strengthen personnel training, improve the ability of ships and companies to resist attacks, and reduce the damage caused by attacks.
In addition, China can also use its influence in the Middle East to participate in the resolution of the Red Sea through diplomatic channels and promote the resolution of the Red Sea issue. Strengthen exchanges and consultations among relevant parties in the region, establish a multilateral coordination mechanism, and find a feasible path for the Red Sea transport issue.
China's renunciation of the Red Sea incident and its reflection on its vote.
One might ask why China abstained from voting at the United Nations, rather than indicating an investigation and sanctions against the Houtha*** organization. In fact, China's abandonment of this position is not so much about helping the Houthis, but more about looking at the situation in the Red Sea region from a strategic point of view, from a holistic perspective.
China has always adhered to the peaceful way of handling all kinds of disputes and controversies, and opposes the use of force and sanctions to intensify contradictions. While the Houthis are committedly attacking the Red Sea shipping lanes, tough sanctions will not alleviate the root causes of shipping problems in the Red Sea region. China maintains that with the joint efforts of both sides, the Red Sea crisis should be properly handled and the security and stability of the Red Sea shipping lanes should be maintained through dialogue and consultation.
China's withdrawal is not to ignore the "Red Sea" issue, but to push the relevant countries in the region to find a practical solution through its own efforts. China has taken a positive stance in this regard, but maintaining social unity and stability remains our main pursuit. With regard to the safety of the Red Sea shipping lanes, we must recognize that the United States is not the biggest victim so that they can act more irresponsibly. The Houthi attack on the Red Sea shipping lanes has not only had adverse consequences for China itself, but also had a major impact on the international shipping and shipping system.
The conclusion is that the intensifying crisis in the Red Sea, coupled with the frequent attacks by the Houthis on the Red Sea shipping lanes, has brought great losses to China. Chinese freighters had to make a detour from the Cape of Good Hope in Africa, which not only increased shipping costs, but also lengthened the voyage. Due to the large freight rates of the Red Sea route, the import and export of Chinese goods have been greatly affected. China should work closely with relevant parties to build an efficient security coordination system. On the Red Sea issue, it is necessary to strengthen coordination and coordination among the international community and promote dialogue and consultation among the parties concerned. After comprehensive consideration, China has taken the initiative to deal with the Red Sea issue politically. China will, as always, maintain good order on the Red Sea shipping lanes, and promote the development of international shipping and commerce while protecting its own rights and interests.