Fact Check: Does 90% of China’s Oil Pass Through Strait of Hormuz?

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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)

Claim: Around 90% of China’s oil imports go through the Strait of Hormuz.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: Data shows less than 40% of China’s oil imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz, making the claim significantly exaggerated.

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Date: 04/07/2026

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Last Updated on April 7, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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