R. Nicholas Burns, U.S. Ambassador, Says China Is Aligned With ‘Agents of Disorder’
Published On Jan 10, 2025, 12:13 AM
R. Nicholas Burns, the U.S. ambassador to China, is emphasizing the Biden administration's efforts to sway China against its military partnerships with Russia, Iran, and North Korea, particularly amid ongoing global conflicts such as the war in Ukraine. He has highlighted that numerous Chinese companies are supplying military-use products to Russia and underscored the inconsistency between China's global leadership ambitions and its support for these countries. Burns is urging Chinese officials to reconsider their foreign policies before the incoming administration takes office. He asserts that China's actions are detrimental to global order and asks for their influence to be used to prevent Iranian-supported attacks on shipping.
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The ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China over military supplies to Russia could lead to further geopolitical instability, affecting markets reliant on stable international relations. Furthermore, any potential sanctions or policy changes could impact global supply chains, especially in sectors related to technology and energy.
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