In response to reports that European intelligence agency had allegedly obtained information about the cooperation between China and Russia in the production of military drones, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated on Monday that China handles the export of military products prudently and responsibly.

"We have never provided lethal weapons to any party of the conflict, and strictly control the export of military and dual-use drones in accordance with laws and regulations," Lin said. "We hope relevant countries and individuals will refrain from making baseless speculations and vilification against China."

Lin reaffirmed that on the Ukraine crisis, China upholds an objective and just position and has actively promoted peace talks, which stands in sharp contrast with certain countries who apply double standards and keep adding fuel to the fire on the Ukraine crisis.

Global Times