Q: On July 23, 2026, the EU adopted its 21st package of sanctions against Russia, which includes listing and sanctions against additional Chinese companies. What is China’s comment?

A: Despite China’s strong opposition and repeated solemn representations, the EU adopted its 21st package of sanctions against Russia which includes listings and sanctions against additional Chinese companies. The Chinese side expresses its strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to this move and has once again lodged solemn representations with the EU side. China has taken corresponding measures to firmly safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies.

China maintains an objective and impartial position on the Ukraine crisis and has been committed to promoting peace talks and playing a constructive role in facilitating a political settlement. China firmly opposes the EU’s attempts to shift the blame onto China and to make unwarranted accusations and smear China over the Ukraine crisis. China also strongly opposes the EU’s groundless listings and sanctions against Chinese companies and citizens. China urges the EU to immediately correct its wrongdoings, remove the negative impact, and take practical actions to safeguard the overall picture of China-EU relations.