(ANSA) — BEIJING, FEBRUARY 21 — China is “extremely concerned” about the conflict in Ukraine, which is “intensifying and also spiraling out of control,” and is asking for “promotion of dialogue.”
Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang said today.
“We will continue to promote peace dialogue and work with the international community to address the concerns of all parties and seek common security,” the minister added during a conference in Beijing.
The statements come after the Chinese government on Monday refused to supply Russia with arms to support its offensive in Ukraine, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said. The head of European diplomacy, Josep Borrell, estimates that any arms shipments from China to Moscow would represent a “red line” for the EU.
“We call on the countries concerned to stop adding fuel to the fire, blaming China and not making a fuss by shouting ‘Ukraine today, Taiwan tomorrow’ as soon as possible,” the Chinese foreign minister stressed in reference to the claimed area of Beijing. (HAND).
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