In a world where energy, trade and geopolitics intersect, China’s normal cooperation with countries like Russia has become the latest flashpoint. At a regular briefing on Thursday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian defended Beijing’s economic, trade and energy ties as “justified and legitimate.”
When asked about the U.S. president’s comments on China’s purchase of Russian oil, Lin ripped into Washington’s approach, calling it “a typical example of unilateral bullying and economic coercion.” He warned that such measures undermine international economic and trade rules and threaten the security and stability of global industrial and supply chains.
On the ongoing Ukraine crisis, Lin underscored that China’s stance remains “consistent, objective and clear.” He also objected to what he described as the abuse of illegal unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction against China. “If our legitimate rights and interests are infringed upon, we will take resolute countermeasures to safeguard our sovereignty, development and security interests,” he said.
For young entrepreneurs, business leaders and global citizens, the briefing throws into focus a bigger question: How will this diplomatic showdown reshape energy markets and supply-chain strategies? As China signals its readiness to defend its interests, companies and travelers alike will be watching to see whether cooperation or competition drives the next wave of global trade.
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