U.S. Concerned Over Possible End of EU Arms Embargo against China
Following is the answer to a reporter's question on the possible lifting of the European Union (EU) arms embargo against China. The question was taken at the June 1 regular State Department briefing and posted later that day
Department of State Office of the Spokesman Washington, DC June 1, 2004
Question Taken at June 1, 2004 Daily Press Briefing
CHINA ARMS EMBARGO
Question: What is the U.S. position on the possible lifting of the European Union (EU) arms embargo on China?
Answer: The U.S. has repeatedly expressed its concerns to European Union (EU) member states regarding possible lifting of the arms embargo against China. In our view, lifting the ban would not contribute to regional stability and would send the wrong signal to China regarding its continued poor human rights record.
Released on June 1, 2004
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