G7 Condemns China's Support for Russian Military Expansion
Foreign ministers express grave concerns over China's role in bolstering Russia's defense capabilities, urging Beijing to cease its assistance.
- G7 foreign ministers highlight the transfer of critical weapons components from Chinese firms to Russia, fueling the conflict in Ukraine.
- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken calls for increased pressure on China to halt its support for Russia's defense industry.
- China's assistance includes supplying machine tools and microelectronics crucial for Russia's production of military equipment.
- German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock urges China to leverage its influence on Russia to end the war in Ukraine.
- Despite U.S. accusations, China maintains a stance of neutrality and has not been proven to supply direct military aid to Russia.