The United States and Europe expelled many Russian diplomats, China: opposed to the use of unilateral sanctions or threats of sanctions at every turn

　　China News Service, Beijing, April 26 (Li Jingze) In response to the recent large-scale sanctions imposed by the United States on Russia and the successive expulsion of many Russian diplomats from the United States and Europe, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at a regular press conference on the 26th that we are opposed Use unilateral sanctions or threaten sanctions at every turn.

This is a method of bullying by power, which is unpopular and increasingly resisted and opposed.

　　A reporter asked. Recently, the United States has imposed large-scale sanctions on Russia, expelling 10 Russian diplomats, and some European countries have expelled many Russian diplomats one after another.

Russia has taken the necessary response measures.

In his State of the Union address a few days ago, President Putin emphasized that those who initiate provocations against Russia will regret their actions and that Russia’s red line cannot be trampled on.

What's China's comment on this?

　　Wang Wenbin said that China has always advocated that countries should properly resolve their differences through consultations on an equal footing on the basis of mutual respect.

"We are opposed to the arbitrary use of unilateral sanctions or threats of sanctions. This is a method of bullying by power, which is unpopular and is increasingly being boycotted and opposed."

　　Wang Wenbin pointed out that the current global situation of the new crown pneumonia epidemic is still very serious. In the face of the common difficulties faced by mankind, the international community should unite and cooperate to overcome the difficulties, work together to deal with new threats and new challenges, and jointly promote the early recovery of the global economy and promote the international economy. Peace and security.

China and Russia are a comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination in the new era. Both sides will continue to understand and support each other in safeguarding their respective sovereignty, security and development interests.

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