In a recent meeting at Karuizawa, Japan, G7 foreign ministers warned of “severe costs” for those aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine. The discussions primarily focused on China, with a united front addressing its increasing military and economic power.
Although the G7 did not announce any new sanctions against Moscow over its invasion, they promised to crack down on those helping evade the measures and providing weapons. Additionally, they called for Russian-backed fighters in Ukraine to withdraw and cease their aggression.
The ministers also issued a warning to Beijing concerning its “militarisation activities” in the South China Sea. They insisted that their Taiwan policy remains consistent despite French President Emmanuel Macron’s controversial…
