As Ukraine war rages, China keeps its head down
Date
3/16/2022 7:02:02 AM
(MENAFN- Asia Times)
Multiple questions focus on whether – or how much – China will come to the aid of its embattled partner as Russia is hammered by Western sanctions, international criticism and fierce resistance in Ukraine.
China-watcher Alex Neill, who specializes in the People's Liberation army (PLA) and wider Indo-Pacific security issues, spoke to Asia Times about the military ramifications of the ongoing war for China and Taiwan.
Neill – who held senior positions in defense think tank RUSI in London and IISS in Singapore and who now heads Alexander Neill Consulting – talks about China's overall stance on the conflict, sanctions and reports Moscow asked Beijing for military support.
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