China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi Defends Russian Ties and Criticizes US Policies

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi defended China's deepening ties with Russia despite the invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing China's commitment to being a force for peace and stability in the world. He also addressed China's neutral stance on the Ukraine conflict, called for peace talks in Gaza, expressed optimism for stable relations with the United States, and reiterated China's claims over Taiwan and the South China Sea while opposing acts of hegemony and bullying.