China has called on Ukraine to "immediately correct its mistakes" after Kyiv announced plans to sanction Chinese entities allegedly assisting Russia, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated Tuesday. The move highlights escalating tensions as Beijing reaffirms its neutral stance in the Ukraine conflict.
Sanctions and Sovereignty
Lin emphasized China's opposition to "unilateral sanctions not authorized by the UN Security Council," vowing to protect Chinese businesses and citizens. This comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hinted at new measures targeting third-country nationals tied to Russia's war efforts.
China's Peace Efforts
"We've maintained dialogue with all parties since the crisis began," Lin noted, highlighting China's self-proclaimed role as a peace broker. While Western nations criticize Beijing's Russia ties, Chinese officials claim their peace framework has "won broad international recognition."
Analysts suggest this diplomatic clash could test China's balancing act between its "no limits" partnership with Moscow and efforts to position itself as a global mediator. 🇨🇳⚖️
