Zahraniční politika Číny vůči zemím Blízkého východu – případová studie Írán

This bachelor thesis deals with the transformation of China’s foreign policy in the 21st century in the context of its rise to power and the resulting growth of China’s assertiveness in international relations. The thesis investigates, to which degree China translates its assertiveness to geographically remote regions such as the Middle East, taking Iran as an example. By analyzing the objectives and instruments of China’s Iran policy during the fourth and fifth generation of Chinese leaders it seeks to answer the research question of whether China’s foreign policy towards Iran has become more assertive under Xi Jinping. The analysis also reflects some crucial factors influencing the methods which China resorts to while defending its interests in the region.