Beijing: China called on the European Union (EU) to stop damaging the legitimate interests of Chinese enterprises without any factual ground, and said it will take necessary measures to protect their lawful rights and interests.

According to Qatar News Agency, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at the daily press briefing when asked to comment on the EU’s latest sanctions against Russia, which involve multiple Chinese enterprises and banks. Guo emphasized that China has consistently opposed unilateral sanctions lacking a basis in international law and not authorized by the UN Security Council.

In relation to the Ukraine crisis, Guo highlighted that China has been committed to promoting peace talks and has not provided lethal weapons to the conflicting parties. Furthermore, China has exercised strict control over the export of dual-use items, reflecting its stance on maintaining responsible international trade practices.

Guo also pointed out that the normal exchanges and cooperation between Chinese and Russian enterprises should not be disrupted or affected by the EU’s actions, underscoring the importance of maintaining stable economic relations amid geopolitical tensions.