China has vehemently denied reports alleging that President Xi Jinping told former U.S. President Donald Trump that Russian leader Vladimir Putin might 'regret' invading Ukraine during their summit in Beijing. The allegations, described by Chinese officials as 'fabricated out of thin air,' emerged as Xi and Putin convened in Beijing for discussions.
Beijing's Firm Rebuttal
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin dismissed the claims as 'completely false,' emphasizing that China remains committed to its policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other nations. 'Such reports are baseless and serve only to undermine relations between China, Russia, and other countries,' Wang stated during a press briefing.
'China consistently adheres to the principles of mutual respect and peaceful coexistence in international relations,' Wang added.
Russia-China Collaboration
The meeting between Xi and Putin comes amid deepening economic and strategic ties between the two nations, particularly in light of Western sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across energy, trade, and defense sectors.
As tensions escalate between Beijing and Washington, China's denial underscores its strategic alignment with Moscow, while also seeking to maintain diplomatic integrity on the global stage.