Analysis-China's balancing act over Ukraine offers US a subtle 'win'

Published: Apr 7, 2022 5:22 AM

China's abstentions on UN votes to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine are a "win", said the US envoy to the UN, underscoring how Beijing's balancing act between its ally Russia and the West may be the best outcome for Washington.

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