G7 criticism: China ensures ongoing war in Ukraine with Russel deliveries!

G7 criticism: China ensures ongoing war in Ukraine with Russel deliveries!

The global political situation is getting worse, and not just since yesterday. At a conference in Canada, the foreign ministers of the G7 countries sent a clear message: China's support for Russia must stop. The G7, consisting of Germany, USA, France, Italy, Japan, Great Britain and Canada, sharply criticized the contentious relations between China and Russia in a joint statement. Nordkurier reports that the export of dual-use goods is particularly targeted, which can be used for both civil and military purposes and thus contribute to the continuation of the war against Ukraine.

The statement not only addresses China's support, but also targets North Korea's military and Iran. The G7 is pushing for an immediate ceasefire in the war in Ukraine and demands that the negotiations take the current front line into account. It is emphasized that international borders should not be changed by force. It also reiterates its condemnation of Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and strongly calls for support for energy security in Ukraine.

Economic entanglements and dual-use goods

But what exactly is behind these dual-use goods? According to Sky News, this is a range of items that Russia can use to support its war without explicitly providing arms. This ranges from semiconductor chips and navigation devices to aircraft parts and ball bearings. These goods underscore the close economic ties between China and Russia, which were again discussed during talks between President Putin and President Xi in Beijing.

Trade relations are a double game: China delivers diligently and thinks about its own advantages, while Russia increasingly has to resort to inferior equipment. However, increasingly reliant on dual-use suppliers, it is also a challenge for Russia to get these items on time. The transport of these goods is often more difficult to control, which contributes to goods from the EU still finding their way to Russia.

Global reactions and outlook

The G7 nations agree on the urgency of the situation, and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has already threatened to take action against the supply chains that facilitate these transactions between China and Russia. Given the political dynamics, it is also a challenge for China: While it wants to present itself as a peacemaker, attempts to put pressure on Putin have so far been regularly rejected.

The developments show that despite international sanctions and diplomatic efforts, ties between China and Russia not only remain but could also deepen. This situation therefore requires continued attention and a vigilant look at international relations and how they are developing.