The normal exchange and cooperation between Chinese and Russian enterprises are in line with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules and market principles, and should not be disrupted or affected, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a press briefing in Beijing on Thursday.
Lin made the remarks in response to a media query about the European Union's proposed sanctions on small Chinese banks for helping Russia get around the bloc's trade restrictions.
"China opposes unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction with no basis in international law or authorization by the UN Security Council. Most countries, including those in Europe and America, continue to maintain trade relations with Russia. The normal exchange and cooperation between Chinese and Russian enterprises are in line with WTO rules and market principles. These interactions do not target any third party and should not be disrupted or affected," Lin said.
China-Russia business ties comply with WTO rules, market principles: spokesman
China-Russia business ties comply with WTO rules, market principles: spokesman
