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Despite Western criticism of Beijing for supporting Moscow, China does not intend to change its position and condemn Russia's actions in Ukraine. Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang told reporters on Tuesday.

Australia plans to purchase high-tech naval mines to deter China and other "potential adversaries" from sending ships and submarines into the country's waters. According to the Australian edition of the Sydney Morning Herald, the authorities are ready to spend up to $ 1 billion on this.