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China Boosts Russia's War Efforts Amid EU Tensions

1/2/2026

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  • European officials say China is increasing support for Russia in the war in Ukraine, with evidence of more weapons being shipped from China.
  • The European Commission is intensifying its de-risking measures against Chinese firms, while major EU states such as France and Germany pursue divergent approaches.
  • EU finance ministers decided in December to impose a three-euro fee on low-value parcels from non-EU countries.