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The Chinese
government has not supplied and will not supply Russia with weapons for use
in the war against Ukraine, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on June
19, following talks with China’s President Xi Jinping.
"It's not news that China has been saying in recent weeks, not just to us but to many other countries, that they are not providing lethal assistance to Russia for use in Ukraine, and this is an important commitment and policy," said the secretary.
However, Blinken also expressed concern about the possibility of military aid being transferred to Russia by Chinese private companies. In certain cases, such deliveries can be directed towards strengthening Russia's military potential.
"This is worrisome, and I have pointed this out to our Chinese colleagues and called on them to be vigilant on this issue," he added.
Blinken’s visit to Beijing marks the first time a high-ranking U.S. diplomat visiting China in five years. One of the main goals of his trip is to establish "open communication" with Chinese officials, suggesting that Washington is looking to ease tension in bilateral relations with China.
Blinken has already met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Their conversation lasted more than five hours, during which they discussed Russia's war against Ukraine.
China refrains from overtly criticizing Russia's invasion of Ukraine and claims to maintain an "objective and fair position."
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