In the 9-article document, signatory countries opposed attacks on civilian nuclear infrastructure and energy. They also called for reducing the war in Ukraine and preventing the conflict from spreading.
China, Brazil, Turkey, Kazakhstan and 8 other countries issued a joint statement warning against threats to use nuclear weapons in the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine. According to the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the statement was issued at the UN headquarters as part of the General Assembly’s high-level week.
The signatory countries called on the parties to support “a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the conflict through inclusive diplomacy and political instruments based on the UN Charter.”
Russia is not mentioned in the text, but the warnings refer to recent statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who talked about the use of nuclear weapons against non-nuclear states.
“We call for the avoidance of the use or threat of weapons of mass destruction, especially nuclear weapons and chemical and biological weapons. Every effort should be made to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons and avoid nuclear war. All parties must comply with relevant international laws and agreements and prevent man-made nuclear accidents.” “determined prevention”.
In total, the document consists of 9 paragraphs.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi noted that weapons of mass destruction should not be used and civilian nuclear facilities should not be attacked. The international community must stand firmly on the side of peace.
“We must firmly choose to compromise between compromise and hatred. Russia and Ukraine are inseparable neighbors. Living together in harmony is the common desire of all parties and the only right choice. We must respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all countries. Wang Yi said, “The Charter of the United Nations “Adhere to the aims and principles of , pay attention to the legitimate security interests of all countries, and ensure the legitimate living space of all ethnic groups,” he said.
Let us recall that on September 27, China announced the establishment of a platform called “Friends of Peace” aimed at a political solution to the war in Ukraine.
On September 25, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia had changed its nuclear doctrine and could use nuclear weapons against non-nuclear countries.
Focus Gathered the reactions of senior Ukrainian officials to changes in the Russian Federation’s nuclear doctrine.
Source: Focus
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