China Expresses Concern Over North Korea’s Rhetoric -- Washington Post
BEIJING — Responding to regional worries over North Korea’s bellicose threats, China expressed concern and what appeared to be veiled criticism Sunday of its long-time ally.
“No one should be allowed to throw a region and even the whole world into chaos for selfish gains,” said Chinese President Xi Jinping at an economic forum in Hainan Province. Avoiding a mention of North Korea by name, Xi said, “While pursuing its own interests, a country should accommodate the legitimate interests of others.”
Xi said that the international community and its collective scrutiny should act as a platform for common development rather than an “arena where gladiators fight each other.”
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My Comment: The Chinese are going to let this play out by itself. They are not going to interfere, and they are certainly not going to be perceived to be following the U.S. lead.
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