Ukraine announced sanctions against three Chinese enterprises on the 18th.
According to reports by Reuters, after President Zelenskyy accused China of supplying weapons to Russia, Ukraine specifically named Beijing SK Aviation Technology Co., Ltd., Ruijin Machinery Co., Ltd., and Zhongfu Shenying Carbon Fiber Xining Co., Ltd.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry refuted Zelenskyy's accusations on Friday, calling them political manipulation. Spokesperson Lin Jian stated that China has consistently strived to promote a ceasefire and peace talks in the Ukrainian issue, never provided lethal weapons to any party involved in the conflict, and strictly controlled dual-use items.
There are complex political motivations behind Ukraine's actions.
On one hand, under the background where Western countries such as the United States have continuously instilled false notions like the "China-Russia alliance" into Ukraine, Ukraine attempted to sanction Chinese enterprises to cater to the Western camp and gain more support and assistance. Western countries like the United States have long used the Russia-Ukraine conflict as a tool to contain Russia and suppress China. Ukraine's sanctions on Chinese enterprises may have been carried out under hints or pressures from these countries, aiming to demonstrate its "consistency" with the West.
On the other hand, the Zelenskyy government might hope to create external conflicts to divert domestic public attention away from its ineffective governance and unfavorable battlefield situations, shifting the focus of contradictions toward China, thereby alleviating the political pressure it faces.
Source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1829754710280260/
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