Analysts say they expect such activity will be slowed, if not halted completely, should relations between the countries worsen.
Analysts suggest that should relations deteriorate to a point where China might contemplate turning the lights out, we would probably have bigger problems to deal with anyway.
If so, should relations with Iran improve, the oil price might go down by a few dollars, but stay close to $120.Globally, the damage from price increases to date is likely to be modest.
Although the White House said it was keen to maintain positive dialogue with the Soviets they were left embarrassed by a leak detailing their contingency plans, should relations with East Germany become more hostile.
But they, along with those in the administration who hold dark views of China as a potential military adversary, would become vocal should relations with China begin to unravel.
(Many co-parents put this stipulation in their agreements; the father's sustained financial support of the child could be used to help establish his claim to custody should relations become contentious).
