Chinese Port Hosting Sanctioned Russian Ship Raises Concerns Amid Ukraine Conflict

• Chinese port hosts sanctioned Russian ship linked to North Korea arms trade, raising concerns about China’s support for Russia amid Ukraine conflict.
• Russian vessel Angara docked at Chinese shipyard since February, sparking questions about China’s role in aiding Russian military.
• U.S. seeks to address China’s support for Russia during Blinken’s Beijing visit, highlighting tensions over global security.

 

EKO HOT BLOG reports that, China is harboring a U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo ship linked to North Korean arms transfers, raising concerns about Beijing’s support for Moscow amid the Ukraine war.

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The Russian vessel Angara, implicated in transporting North Korean munitions to Russia, has been stationed at a Chinese Port since February, highlighting the challenges faced by the U.S. and its allies in countering Russian military and economic assistance.

With Ukraine under attack and running low on ammunition, U.S. officials are increasingly alarmed by China’s role in bolstering Russia’s military capabilities.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s upcoming visit to Beijing is expected to address these concerns.

The U.S. State Department has raised the issue with Chinese authorities and called on all nations to comply with UN resolutions regarding North Korea.

Satellite images reveal the Angara’s presence at Zhoushan Xinya Shipyard, China’s largest private ship repair company.

Despite U.S. sanctions, the Angara has conducted numerous deliveries between North Korea and Russia since 2023.

China’s embassy in Washington denies knowledge of the situation, while the foreign ministry offers no comment.

The U.S. and other nations have condemned North Korean weapons transfers to Russia as violations of UN resolutions.

Analysts warn that China’s tacit support for the Angara undermines efforts to curb Russian aggression.

Blinken has criticized China’s role in aiding Russia’s defense industry, emphasizing its impact on the conflict in Ukraine.

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Russia and North Korea dismiss criticism of their collaboration, while U.S. officials view the growing partnership between China, North Korea, and Russia as detrimental to global security.