Why it matters:
The European Union’s 18th sanctions package against Russia, which also targeted Chinese companies, threatens to escalate economic tensions between Beijing and the EU, potentially impacting global trade and diplomatic relations.
What he's saying:
In a statement published Monday, China’s Ministry of Commerce said the inclusion of Chinese companies in the EU sanctions list would "negatively affect China-EU trade relations," adding that “China will take necessary steps and resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises.”
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