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China criticizes US tariffs on Russian energy imports

The United States Congress has passed a bill that could impose significant tariffs on major importers of Russian energy, including China. This legislation, aimed at penalizing countries that purchase Russian oil and natural gas, has drawn a strong response from Beijing. China has voiced its opposition to such "long-arm jurisdiction" measures, asserting that they lack a basis in international law and UN Security Council authorization. AI

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China criticizes US tariffs on Russian energy imports

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Victoria Bela ·

    China hits back as US Congress approves tariffs on top buyers of Russian energy

    Beijing has pushed back after the US Congress passed a bill on Wednesday that would allow US President Donald Trump to sanction Russia and its largest energy importers, including China. The bill, named after the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, authorises tariffs of up to …