Russia's Lavrov reaffirms support for China on Taiwan and regional issues

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Russia supports China on various issues, including Taiwan. He criticized the U.S. for its influence in the region and reaffirmed Russia's commitment to China's territorial integrity regarding Taiwan. In an essay marking 75 years of diplomatic relations with China, Lavrov praised China's approach to the Ukraine conflict. He called for a new security framework in Eurasia, criticizing the current system led by the U.S. and NATO. China's President Xi Jinping reiterated claims over Taiwan, emphasizing its importance to China. Meanwhile, the U.S. continues to support Taiwan militarily, recently approving $567 million in defense aid.