China has criticised the United States for detaining foreign oil tankers in international waters, saying the actions violate international law. The criticism follows the US seizure of a Russian-flagged tanker in the North Atlantic and a second vessel in the Caribbean.
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said the arbitrary detention of ships belonging to other countries on the high seas constitutes a serious breach of international law.
She stated that China opposes unilateral sanctions that do not have a legal basis under international law or authorisation from the United Nations Security Council. She also said China opposes actions that violate the principles of the UN Charter or undermine the sovereignty and security of other nations.
The first vessel, previously named Bella 1, was seized in the North Atlantic after being tracked for around two weeks. The ship had attempted to evade a US blockade around Venezuela.
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