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China will not sell weapons to either side in the Ukraine war, the country’s foreign minister has said, amid Western fears Beijing was considering providing military assistance to Russia. Beijing has backed Russia politically, rhetorically and economically since the invasion began, yet officially it has maintained it is neutral in the conflict. Meanwhile, Western nations have imposed sanctions on Russia and sought to isolate the country following its invasion of its neighbour. Speaking at a news conference on Friday alongside visiting German counterpart Annalena Baerbock, Quin Gang said: “Regarding the export of military items, China adopts a prudent and responsible...