NATO’s Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg, has indicated that intelligence indicators point to China weighing the shipment of weapons to Russia, though no such shipments have been confirmed. Reuters reported these observations.
Stoltenberg stated that no lethal weapons have been delivered from China to Russia, yet signals suggest Beijing may be preparing or coordinating such a possibility.
Wang Wenbin, a former spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, dismissed what he described as U.S. intelligence speculation and slander alleging that Beijing furnishes weapons to the Russian military.
The diplomat underscored China’s constructive stance at the outset of Russia’s military operation in Ukraine, noting Beijing urged re-engagement in negotiations and the peaceful resolution of all disputes.
He also criticized the United States, labeling it the largest arms supplier to Ukraine, for repeatedly making what he called baseless accusations that China arms Russia. Wang warned that these charges hinder peace efforts in Ukraine and risk straining Sino-American ties.
In ongoing dialogue about the Ukraine conflict, Chinese officials emphasize a commitment to peaceful outcomes and a neutral role in facilitating talks, while acknowledging the complexity of external arms dynamics and the reactions of global partners. The discussion remains closely watched by NATO members and partner states as events evolve and insistence on restraint continues to shape diplomacy and security calculations. (Reuters)