'Stop making groundless accusations': China responds to UK's 'lethal aid' accusations - Times of India

Source: The Times of India
Author: Toi World Desk

NEW DELHI: A day after UK accused China of providing "lethal aid" to Russia against Ukraine, the Chinese embassy urged UK to stop making "groundless accusations" against it and "stop adding fuel to the fire on the Ukraine issue". It further emphasized China's stand on Ukraine issue saying that it has "actively promoted peace talks."

UK defence minister had said on Wednesday that US and British defence intelligence had evidence that "lethal aid is now, or will be, flowing from China to Russia and into Ukraine, I think it is a significant development".

In response to this, Chinese embassy in UK said, "We urge the UK to stop making groundless accusations against China, stop adding fuel to the fire on the Ukraine issue, seriously reflect on its role in international peace and security, and truly do something for world peace and justice."

"On the Ukraine issue, China has always adhered to an objective and fair position, actively promoted peace talks, and promoted a political settlement," the spokesperson added.

"With regard to the export of military products, China has always adopted a prudent and responsible attitude and has consistently controlled the export of dual-use items in accordance with laws and regulations," the spokesperson said.

China has deepened trade and military ties with Russia in recent years, as the US and its allies placed sanctions on both, but especially Moscow, for its invasion of Ukraine.