China Reiterates Positions on Syria, Fentanyl, Global Development, and Relations with Russia, EU, and India;Major Updates From July 17 Press Conference
At the July 17, 2025 press conference, China Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed key global issues, including Israeli attacks on Syria, U.S. fentanyl accusations, UN warnings on stalled sustainable development goals, and expanding China-Russia connectivity. He reaffirmed China’s stance on respecting Syria’s sovereignty, criticized U.S. tariffs related to fentanyl, and highlighted China’s role in …