China warns the EU: Russia must not lose the Ukraine War
China warns the EU: Russia must not lose the Ukraine War
The Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has explained to the highest diplomat of the European Union, Kaja Kallas, that Beijing could not accept a loss of Russia in the Ukraine conflict. An official consultant who took part in the talks reported that this was the wish to be Beijings to prevent the United States from paying full attention to China. This statement contradicts China's public neutral attitude in this conflict.
The situation in the Ukraine conflict
This information was broadcast during a four -hour meeting on Wednesday in Brussels, in the course of which "hard but respectful discussions" took place. Topics such as cyber security, rare earths, trade -like weights, Taiwan and the Middle East were also treated.
According to the consultant, Wang's private statements indicate that Beijing may prefer a lengthy conflict in Ukraine to prevent the United States from concentrating more on rivalry with China. This reflects the concerns of critics who claim that Beijing's geopolitical interests in the Ukraine conflict go far beyond the officially represented neutrality.
China's official reaction to the talks
On Friday, spokeswoman Mao Ning was asked about the talks during a regular press conference of the Chinese Foreign Ministry. She confirmed China's long -term attitude again for the three -year conflict. "China is not a party in the Ukraine conflict," said Mao. "China's position on the Ukraine crisis is objective and consistent. We support negotiations, ceasefire and peace. An extended Ukraine crisis is not for interests."
She added that China wishes as soon as possible a political solution: "Together with the international community and in the light of the will of the parties concerned, we will continue to play a constructive role."
China's complex position in the Ukraine War
China's public statements about the Ukraine War disguise a more complex picture. Just a few weeks before Russia's large -scale attack on Ukraine, the Chinese leader Xi Jinping had announced a "limitless" partnership with Moscow, and since then the political and economic relationships have become stronger.
Although China has positioned itself as a possible peace broker, reports show that the risks for Beijing are high, in particular the possible loss of Russia as a important partner.
allegations against China
In addition, China has rejected growing allegations that it provides almost military support for Russia. Ukraine has sanctioned several Chinese companies due to their provision of components for drones and technology for the production of rockets for Russia.
After a record attack on the Ukrainian capital Kiev On Friday, the Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha published pictures, which in his opinion showed fragments of a Geran 2-fight drone launched by Russia. A picture showed part of the alleged trunk of the drone with the inscription that the device was made in China on June 20th.
The effects on international security
Sybiha added that the building of the Consulate General in Odesa was slightly damaged by Russian attacks on the city at night. "There is no better idea of how Putin escalates his war and terror and included other, including North Korean troops, Iranian weapons and some Chinese manufacturers.
This year there was also allegations that Chinese citizens are fighting in the Ukraine conflict alongside Russia. Beijing denied any participation and repeated earlier requests to Chinese citizens not to participate in military acts of any parties.