Beijing defends Cuba-bound shipment halted in Colombia

95 views · Published 5 March 2015 · 1:01 · Indexed 25 October 2026

Channel: Hi China · 2015 · Entertainment

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A Havana-bound military cargo shipment from China to Cuba was detained by Colombian authorities over the weekend with the ship's captain facing charges of arms trafficking.

China's Foreign Ministry says the shipment is legal, and contests the detainment. At present China is communicating with relevant parties concerning the issue.

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