Blinken warns China over support for Russia’s war efforts
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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People, April 26, 2024, in Beijing.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed "serious concern" about China's support for Russia's defense industry on Friday, warning Chinese leaders that Washington could impose sanctions over the matter.
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