Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin has commented on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s statement regarding the possible use of nuclear weapons. His remarks were reported by RIA Novosti.
The diplomat emphasized that everyone should contribute to de-escalating the situation. Wang Wenbin noted that China has always advocated for nuclear powers to adhere to the concept of common security.
“In January 2022, five nuclear powers issued a statement on preventing nuclear war, emphasizing that one cannot win in a nuclear war. China has taken note of Russia repeatedly confirming this principle,” added the representative of the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
Prior to this, American entrepreneur and businessman Elon Musk agreed with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s remarks regarding the potential use of nuclear weapons in the event of a critical threat from the Russian Federation.
Earlier, North Korea referred to the submarine incursion by the United States into South Korea as a “condition for the use of nuclear weapons.”
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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin has responded to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent comments about the possibility of using nuclear weapons. In a statement reported by RIA Novosti, Wenbin emphasized the need for de-escalation and highlighted China’s support for the concept of common security among nuclear powers.
Wenbin referenced a joint statement issued by five nuclear powers in January 2022, which emphasized the futility and catastrophic consequences of nuclear warfare. He further noted that Russia has repeatedly affirmed this principle, a fact that China has taken note of.
The Chinese spokesperson’s remarks come in the wake of Elon Musk, the prominent American entrepreneur, and businessman, expressing agreement with Putin’s stance on the use of nuclear weapons. Musk concurred that in the face of a critical threat from the Russian Federation, the potential use of such weapons should be considered.
Meanwhile, tensions continue to rise in the Korean Peninsula, with North Korea considering the recent submarine incursion by the United States into South Korea as a trigger for the potential use of nuclear weapons.
It remains to be seen how these developments will affect the delicate balance of global security and the ongoing efforts to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons. As the international community grapples with these complex challenges, the need for dialogue and diplomatic solutions becomes increasingly crucial.
