Question: On 16 June, the UK government announced sanctions against foreign entities and individuals, including four Chinese entities, alleging that they are suppliers of critical military equipment to Russia. What is your comment?

Embassy Spokesperson: China firmly opposes the UK’s imposition of unilateral sanctions, which lack any basis in international law and harm the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies. We have lodged serious representations with the UK side.

On the Ukraine crisis, China has been committed to promoting peace talks and has strictly controlled the export of dual-use items. Normal exchanges and cooperation between China and Russia should not be disrupted or affected.

China urges the UK side to immediately correct its wrongdoings and revoke the sanctions against the Chinese companies concerned. China will take necessary measures to firmly safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies.