BERLIN: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Thursday (Feb 23) there should be 'no illusions' over China, which has been seeking to position itself as a mediator between Russia and Ukraine, almost a year after Moscow's invasion. 'We should have no illusions about China. They have up until now not taken a
Following Wang's visit, Moscow said Beijing had presented its views on approaches to a"political settlement" of the conflict.
Beijing has sought to position itself as a neutral party in the conflict, while maintaining close ties with strategic ally Russia. The United States and NATO have both voiced concerns that China could be planning to supply Russia with weapons to prop up its war effort. On his last visit to Beijing in November, Scholz had made it clear to Chinese leaders that such weapons deliveries"cannot be accepted", the chancellor said.On the eve of the anniversary of the Russian invasion, Scholz said Germany would"not let up" its support for Ukraine"as long as it is needed and necessary".
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