China News Agency, Beijing, March 8. The Consular Department of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on the 8th that at present, the tension in Ukraine is still escalating, and insecurity and uncertain factors are increasing.

The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese embassy and consulate in Ukraine remind Chinese citizens who are still there to evacuate as soon as possible.

  The Consular Department of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs also stated that if Chinese citizens insist on staying in Ukraine, they must pay attention to safety and strengthen prevention and emergency preparedness.

In case of emergency, please contact the embassy and consulate in Ukraine in time for assistance.

(over)