Moscow and Beijing Concerned About Confrontational Policies and Interference
Quick Look
- Moscow and Beijing have expressed joint concern over confrontational policies and interference in domestic affairs by some countries, according to a statement from their leaders' talks in Beijing.
- The document also noted China's acknowledgement of Russia's concerns regarding the EU's militarization.
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Why It Matters
The joint statement was adopted during talks between the leaders of Russia and China in Beijing. The statement addresses concerns about international relations and security.
BEIJING, May 20. /TASS/. Moscow and Beijing are concerned about the confrontational policy of some countries and their attempts to interfere in the domestic affairs of others, according to a joint statement adopted during the Beijing talks between the two countries' leaders.
"The parties express serious concern about the confrontational policy of some countries and associations, and call for an end to attempts to interfere in the internal affairs of other states, undermine the existing security architecture in various parts of the world, create artificial dividing lines between countries and promote bloc-based confrontation," the document reads.
According to the statement, Beijing "takes note of Russia’s concern about the European Union’s course toward militarization."
Open Questions
- Which specific countries or associations are referred to as pursuing confrontational policies?
- What specific actions by the EU are causing Russia concern regarding militarization?
- What are the implications of this joint statement for future Russia-China cooperation?
- What is the broader context of the 'security architecture' mentioned?
