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politics3 years ago•3 min saved

China's Ambassador Sparks Controversy Over Sovereignty of Former Soviet States and Ukraine

China's foreign ministry has distanced itself from comments made by its ambassador to Paris, Lu Shaye, who questioned the sovereignty of Ukraine and other former Soviet states. Several EU foreign ministers had criticised Lu's comments and asked Beijing to clarify its stance. The Chinese embassy in Paris issued a statement saying Lu's comments on Ukraine "were not a political declaration but an expression of his personal views". The EU welcomed the clarification, while Lithuania and its Baltic neighbours Latvia and Estonia plan to summon Chinese representatives to officially ask for clarification.

via Reuters|

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politics3 years ago•4 min saved

Chinese Ambassador's Remarks on Former Soviet States Spark Outrage in Europe

China's ambassador to France, Lu Shaye, has sparked outrage from European countries after questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet republics, including the Baltic states, in a television interview. Officials from Lithuania, Latvia, Ukraine, France, and the European Union have all hit back against Lu's remarks, which could undermine China's efforts to be seen as a potential mediator between Russia and Ukraine. The comments come amid Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine, and China has so far refused to condemn Russia's actions or call for a withdrawal of its troops.

via CNN|

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