Canada Calls on China to Enhance Red Sea Security Amid Houthi Attacks

Foreign Minister Melanie Joly emphasizes China's stake in Red Sea safety, urging action against Houthi threats and compliance with sanctions on Russia.

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly urges China to play a role in safeguarding the Red Sea for commerce, highlighting the risk to Chinese ships.
Joly emphasizes the need for China to influence the Houthis to keep the Red Sea open, citing it as in China's interests as a major exporter.
The call for China's involvement comes amid a series of Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting a key trade route.
Joly also addresses the issue of China helping Russia circumvent international sanctions, urging Beijing to ensure Western sanctions against Russia hold.
The discussions took place during the Munich Security Conference, where Joly met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

South China Morning Post