Trump security adviser pick pledges talks with China over Iranian oil

Mike Waltz says stopping Iran's petroleum revenue is key to solving Gaza and Ukraine

Rep. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., Donald Trump's incoming national security adviser, speaks during the first day of the Republican National Convention on July 15 in Milwaukee. © AP

KEN MORIYASU, Nikkei Asia diplomatic correspondent

November 27, 2024 02:16 JST

Updated on November 27, 2024 05:31 JST

WASHINGTON -- Mike Waltz, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's pick for national security adviser, said on Tuesday the incoming administration will engage with China to reduce its purchases of Iranian oil in hopes of addressing crises across the world.

Stopping the flow of money into Iran will be key to addressing many conflicts, including in Gaza and Ukraine, and it begins with negotiating with China, Waltz said on U.S. business news channel CNBC.