President Obama: China should not bully its neighbors

In an interview with CNN on February 1, US President Barack Obama warned China not to "oppress" its neighbors.

Regarding the Chinese government's statements about the US President's visit to India in late January, Mr. Obama said: "I was surprised to hear the Chinese government in its statement say that it feels threatened when the US and India have a good relationship."

President Obama interviewed by CNN (screenshot)

“China need not feel threatened by our good relationship with India. I believe that at this moment in history there is an opportunity to create a win-win environment, where all nations are held to the same set of principles and standards. We are focused on enhancing the prosperity of our people, not at the expense of others, but growing together. That is what my discussion with Prime Minister Narendra Modi was about,” Obama said.

Besides, the US President also emphasized that Washington's wish is to see China develop peacefully.

“China cannot make other countries pay for its development. It should not bully neighboring countries like Vietnam or the Philippines in maritime disputes. This issue should be resolved on the basis of respect for international law,” Mr. Obama affirmed.

In a move to reassure China, Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj arrived in Beijing on January 31, beginning a four-day visit to China. This is the first time Swaraj has visited Beijing since taking office as India’s External Affairs Minister in May 2014. The two sides will explore the possibility of organizing a visit to China by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi this year./.

According to VOV