China says it is willing to mediate between Russia and Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

China says it is willing to mediate between Russia and Ukraine

Daily Mail  

China has seemingly offered to mediate ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia amid its strongest comments yet over the conflict. It comes after Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi shared a call with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba, in which he called on the two countries to 'find a way to resolve the issue through negotiations' according to Chinese state broadcast CCTV Kuleba said Wang assured him 'of China's readiness to make every effort to end the war on Ukrainian soil through diplomacy, including as a permanent member of the UN Security Council' China's increasingly robust stance against the conflict in Ukraine will pose concerns for Putin, who sees the Eastern power as a key ally in lessening the blow of Western economic sanctions. shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping China has found itself walking a diplomatic tightrope after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine took many in Beijing by surprise. Picturd: Chinese President Xi Jinping, right, and Russian President Vladimir Putin talk during a meeting in Beijing, February 4, 2022 China's UN Ambassador Zhang Jun addresses the United Nations Security Council, Friday, Feb. 25, 2022. Russia's attack on Ukraine, which China refuses to condemn or even call an invasion, has sent Beijing into a diplomatic scramble A Ukrainian soldier walks past debris of a burning military truck, on a street in Kyiv, Ukraine, Saturday, February 26, 2022 This week Beijing, which bristles at criticism of its stance on Ukraine, would not directly address whether Putin told China he was planning to invade, saying Russia as an independent power did not need China's consent.

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Trump calls on China to help end ‘madness’ between Russia and Ukraine: ‘World is waiting’
1 month ago

Trump calls on China to help end ‘madness’ between Russia and Ukraine: ‘World is waiting’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The conflict had caused enormous losses to both Russia and Ukraine, Mr Trump said, …

Opportunity for seeds of peace to be planted: China Daily editorial
1 month, 1 week ago

Opportunity for seeds of peace to be planted: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Until quite recently, a negotiated end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict seemed to be a non-option for either Ukraine or the NATO countries which promised to have its back. There has been a subtle change in the rhetoric of Ukraine's Western allies, however, that may have significant implications for the way the conflict, which has lasted nearly three years, unfolds, or …

NATO's aggression behind pro-peace veneer
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

NATO's aggression behind pro-peace veneer

China Daily  

China has increasingly become a scapegoat for some in the West to cover up their failure to resolve the Ukraine crisis, if not an excuse for them to advance certain parties' geopolitical schemes. NATO and the European Union are ramping up efforts to pressure China to stop its "assistance" to Russia, and help get the Democratic People's Republic of Korea …

NATO's aggression behind pro-peace veneer
Trending News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NATO's aggression behind pro-peace veneer

China Daily  

China has increasingly become a scapegoat for some in the West to cover up their failure to resolve the Ukraine crisis, if not an excuse for them to advance certain parties' geopolitical schemes. NATO and the European Union are ramping up efforts to pressure China to stop its "assistance" to Russia, and help get the Democratic People's Republic of Korea …

China's Xi urges G20 to help cool Ukraine crisis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China's Xi urges G20 to help cool Ukraine crisis

Deccan Chronicle  

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged G20 leaders Monday to support efforts to deescalate the war in Ukraine and reach a "political solution," state media reported.His remarks at the G20 summit in Brazil come just days after Ukraine received a US green light to launch long-range missiles provided by Washington against targets inside Russia. "The G20 should support the United Nations …

NATO and the EU press China to help stop North Korea’s support for the war on Ukraine
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NATO and the EU press China to help stop North Korea’s support for the war on Ukraine

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO and the European Union are ramping up efforts to persuade China to help get North Korea to stop sending troops and other support to Russia to back its war on Ukraine. Beijing cannot pretend to promote peace while turning a blind eye to increasing aggression.” On a visit to Latvia on Thursday, Rutte warned that the exchanges …

Ukraine war part of power struggle between U.S. and China: NATO military leader
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ukraine war part of power struggle between U.S. and China: NATO military leader

NL Times  

The war in Ukraine is part of a worldwide power struggle between the United States and China, NATO’s highest military officer believes. The balance of power in the world is shifting, the most important military advisor to NATO chief Mark Rutte warned after the Beatrix lecture he gave in Maastricht on Tuesday. NATO could convince Trump of its continued importance …

Uphold global vision to resolve Ukraine crisis: China Daily editorial
3 months, 1 week ago

Uphold global vision to resolve Ukraine crisis: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Foreign Minister Wang Yi made China's pro-peace stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict unequivocally clear through a series of bilateral and multilateral meetings he held with foreign leaders and officials on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York over the past week. In the meetings, the foreign leaders and officials of other peace-loving …

China, at UN, warns against 'expansion of the battlefield' in the Ukraine war
3 months, 1 week ago

China, at UN, warns against 'expansion of the battlefield' in the Ukraine war

The Independent  

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China willing to maintain stable development of bilateral ties with Ukraine: Chinese FM
3 months, 2 weeks ago

China willing to maintain stable development of bilateral ties with Ukraine: Chinese FM

China Daily  

NEW YORK -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Wednesday that China is willing to work together with Ukraine to maintain the momentum of stable development in bilateral relations. During his meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau …

Chinese envoy urges US to desist from creating division, antagonism on Ukraine crisis
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Chinese envoy urges US to desist from creating division, antagonism on Ukraine crisis

China Daily  

UNITED NATIONS -- A Chinese envoy on Friday urged the United States to desist from undermining international solidarity, creating division and antagonism, and provoking bloc confrontations on the Ukraine crisis. "In the ongoing Ukraine crisis, there has been a steady influx of large quantities of weapons and ammunition into the battlefield," which will only lead to escalated situation and the …

Real efforts needed to end Ukraine crisis: China Daily editorial
4 months ago

Real efforts needed to end Ukraine crisis: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

An American flag flies outside of the US Capitol dome in Washington, US, Jan 15, 2020. By entangling China in the Ukraine crisis, Washington hopes to sow discord between European countries, the major victims of the crisis, and China; provide the North Atlantic Treaty Organization with a pretense to regard China as a systemic challenge, paving its way to the …

India, China can play peace arbiters in Russia-Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin
4 months ago

India, China can play peace arbiters in Russia-Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin

Hindustan Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday named Brazil, China and India as possible intermediaries for peace talks with Ukraine, saying he has “relations of trust and confidence” with the leaders of these three countries. Russian President Vladimir Putin applauds during the plenary session of the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russia, on Thursday. He subsequently added: “If there is a …

Putin says India, China, Brazil could mediate Russia-Ukraine peace talks
4 months ago

Putin says India, China, Brazil could mediate Russia-Ukraine peace talks

New Indian Express  

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that he was ready for talks with Ukraine, on the basis of an aborted deal between Moscow's and Kyiv's negotiators reached in Istanbul in 2022. Speaking at a question and answer session at Russia's Eastern Economic Forum in the city of Vladivostok, Putin said Russia was ready for talks but based on an …

China calls for more support for its Ukraine peace plan created with Brazil
4 months, 2 weeks ago

China calls for more support for its Ukraine peace plan created with Brazil

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — China called on Tuesday for more countries to endorse its peace plan for Ukraine, after a round of diplomacy with Indonesia, Brazil and South Africa to support its plan. “They have maintained communication with both Russia and Ukraine and stay committed to a political settlement to the crisis through dialogue and negotiation,” said Li, China’s special envoy for …

China calls for more support for its Ukraine peace plan created with Brazil
4 months, 2 weeks ago

China calls for more support for its Ukraine peace plan created with Brazil

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China called on Tuesday for …

Beijing works to promote peace talks
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing works to promote peace talks

China Daily  

By ZHAO JIA | China Daily | Updated: 2024-07-27 09:41 Beijing said it will kick off the fourth round of shuttle diplomacy to promote the de-escalation of the prolonged Ukraine crisis, the country's latest efforts to promote peace talks on the issue. Special Representative of the Chinese Government on Eurasian Affairs Li Hui will, starting Sunday, visit Brazil, South Africa …

Beijing works to promote peace talks
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing works to promote peace talks

China Daily  

Beijing said it will kick off the fourth round of shuttle diplomacy to promote the de-escalation of the prolonged Ukraine crisis, the country's latest efforts to promote peace talks on the issue. Special Representative of the Chinese Government on Eurasian Affairs Li Hui will, starting Sunday, visit Brazil, South Africa and Indonesia, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told a regular …

Eyes on Beijing in the hope it can promote peace process
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Eyes on Beijing in the hope it can promote peace process

China Daily  

The attention the world is paying to the top Ukrainian diplomat's ongoing visit to China from Tuesday to Friday shows the great hopes that are being pinned on Beijing being able to broker an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. As Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said when meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, on Wednesday, …

Eyes on Beijing in the hope it can promote peace process
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Eyes on Beijing in the hope it can promote peace process

China Daily  

The attention the world is paying to the top Ukrainian diplomat's ongoing visit to China from Tuesday to Friday shows the great hopes that are being pinned on Beijing being able to broker an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. As Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said when meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, on Wednesday, …

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister seeking ’common ground’ with China in talks on ending war with Russia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister seeking ’common ground’ with China in talks on ending war with Russia

The Hindu  

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has said he is seeking “common ground” in talks this week with his Chinese counterpart on ending his country's war with Russia. “I am convinced that a just peace in Ukraine is in China’s strategic interests, and China’s role as a global force for peace is important,” Mr. Kuleba said in opening remarks. Noting the …

Ukraine’s foreign minister seeking ‘common ground’ with China in talks on ending war with Russia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s foreign minister seeking ‘common ground’ with China in talks on ending war with Russia

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has said he is seeking “common ground” in talks this week with his Chinese counterpart on ending his country’s war with Russia. It is the first visit to the country by a Ukrainian foreign minister since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which has strained Ukraine’s relations with China. “I am convinced that a just …

China reiterates efforts to resolve Ukraine issue
5 months, 2 weeks ago

China reiterates efforts to resolve Ukraine issue

China Daily  

Foreign Minister Wang Yi holds talks with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Guangzhou, Guangdong province on July 24, 2024. Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remarks during talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba in Guangzhou, capital of South China's Guangdong province. Noting Ukraine attaches great importance to China's views, Kuleba said Ukraine has carefully studied the six-point common …

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM

China Daily  

GUANGZHOU - Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive and constructive role in promoting peace and maintaining international order, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said here on Wednesday during his talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. According to a press release on China-Ukraine foreign ministers' talks, Kuleba said the Ukrainian side attaches importance to China's opinions and has carefully studied six …

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-07-24 16:46 GUANGZHOU - Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive and constructive role in promoting peace and maintaining international order, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said here on Wednesday during his talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. According to a press release on China-Ukraine foreign ministers' talks, Kuleba said the Ukrainian side attaches importance to China's opinions …

China FM Wang hosts Ukraine counterpart Kuleba; discusses peace plans
5 months, 2 weeks ago

China FM Wang hosts Ukraine counterpart Kuleba; discusses peace plans

New Indian Express  

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi hosted his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba in southern China on Wednesday, with both sides calling for peace as Russia's war grinds on against its neighbour. But China is a close political and economic ally of Russia, and NATO members have branded Beijing a "decisive enabler" of the war. Beijing's foreign ministry said the pair …

China & Russia threaten NATO after calls for Ukraine 'disappearance'
5 months, 4 weeks ago

China & Russia threaten NATO after calls for Ukraine 'disappearance'

Daily Mail  

China and Russia have both threatened NATO against 'provoking confrontation' over the bloc's claims that Xi Jingping's nation holds a key role in Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. NATO leaders said in a declaration at their summit in Washington on Wednesday that China had 'become a decisive enabler of Russia's war against Ukraine', adding that Beijing's 'so-called 'no limits' partnership' and …

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia; rejects label of 'enabler' of Russia's Ukraine war
5 months, 4 weeks ago

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia; rejects label of 'enabler' of Russia's Ukraine war

The Hindu  

China accused NATO on July 11 of seeking security at the expense of others and told the alliance not to bring the same “chaos” to Asia. The statement by a Foreign Ministry spokesperson came a day after NATO labelled China a “decisive enabler” of Russia's war against Ukraine. “NATO hyping up China's responsibility on the Ukraine issue is unreasonable and …

China and Russia threaten NATO: Putin crony calls for the 'disappearance' of Ukraine and the alliance as Beijing warns the Western military group is 'provoking confrontation'
5 months, 4 weeks ago

China and Russia threaten NATO: Putin crony calls for the 'disappearance' of Ukraine and the alliance as Beijing warns the Western military group is 'provoking confrontation'

Daily Mail  

China and Russia have both threatened NATO against 'provoking confrontation' over the bloc's claims that Xi Jingping's nation holds a key role in Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. NATO leaders said in a declaration at their summit in Washington on Wednesday that China had 'become a decisive enabler of Russia's war against Ukraine', adding that Beijing's 'so-called 'no limits' partnership' and …

NATO expresses concern over deepening Russia-China ties
6 months ago

NATO expresses concern over deepening Russia-China ties

The Hindu  

NATO has voiced profound concern over China's deepening relationship with Russia and accused Beijing of becoming a "decisive enabler" of Russia's war against Ukraine through its so-called “no limits” partnership with the country. The deepening strategic partnership between Russia and the PRC and their mutually reinforcing attempts to undercut and reshape the rules-based international order are a cause for profound …

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia and rejects label of ‘enabler’ of Russia’s Ukraine war
6 months ago

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia and rejects label of ‘enabler’ of Russia’s Ukraine war

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China accused NATO on Thursday of seeking security at the expense of others and told the alliance not to bring the same “chaos” to Asia, a reflection of its determination to oppose strengthening ties between NATO members and Asian nations such as Japan, South Korea and the Philippines. The statement by a Foreign Ministry spokesperson came a day …

Why are NATO and China facing off over Ukraine?
6 months ago

Why are NATO and China facing off over Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

NATO allies accuse China of being a ‘decisive enabler’ of Russia’s war on Ukraine at their Washington, DC, summit. Leaders of NATO nations have described China as a “decisive enabler” of Russia’s war on Ukraine in the sharpest criticism levelled yet by the alliance at Beijing over the conflict. The NATO declaration explicitly requests China to “cease all material and …

China slams NATO’s ‘provocations, lies, smears’ over its Russia ties
6 months ago

China slams NATO’s ‘provocations, lies, smears’ over its Russia ties

Al Jazeera  

NATO accuses China of playing a key role in Russia’s war in Ukraine and expresses concern over its nuclear and space capabilities. China has warned NATO against “provoking confrontation” over its ties with Russia after the Western military alliance accused Beijing of being a “decisive enabler” of Moscow’s war against Ukraine. A spokesperson for Beijing’s mission to the European Union …

Russia and Ukraine footing bill for US' bloody game
6 months ago

Russia and Ukraine footing bill for US' bloody game

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY The Russia-Ukraine conflict has taken an increasingly ugly turn in recent weeks as both sides appear to be intent on including civilians and civilian infrastructure among their attack targets to try and inflict as heavy losses as possible on each other. Both sides should realize that as immovable neighbors their conflict, for which they have already paid …

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia and rejects label of 'enabler' of Russia's Ukraine war
6 months ago

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia and rejects label of 'enabler' of Russia's Ukraine war

New Indian Express  

BEIJING: China accused NATO on Thursday of seeking security at the expense of others and told the alliance not to bring the same "chaos" to Asia, a reflection of its determination to oppose strengthening ties between NATO members and Asian nations such as Japan, South Korea and the Philippines. The statement by a Foreign Ministry spokesperson came a day after …

China rejects NATO charge of 'decisive enabler' in Ukraine war, tells it not to create 'chaos' in Asia
6 months ago

China rejects NATO charge of 'decisive enabler' in Ukraine war, tells it not to create 'chaos' in Asia

India TV News  

Beijing: China on Thursday rejected NATO's charge of being a "decisive enabler" of Russia's Ukraine war and accused the transatlantic alliance of seeking security at the expense of others. Allies of NATO, who are currently in Washington to celebrate the alliance's 75th anniversary, made their sharpest rebuke of China by expressing concerns over its deepening ties with Russia, calling Beijing …

NATO allies call China a ‘decisive enabler’ of Russia’s war in Ukraine
6 months ago

NATO allies call China a ‘decisive enabler’ of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In their most serious rebuke against Beijing, NATO allies on Wednesday called China a “decisive enabler” of Russia’s war against Ukraine and expressed concerns over Beijing’s nuclear arsenal and its capabilities in space. In the communiqué, NATO member countries said China has become a war enabler through its “no-limits partnership” with Russia and its large-scale support for Russia’s …

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged
6 months ago

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday during their meeting at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing. FENG YONGBIN/CHINA DAILY President Xi Jinping said on Monday that a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis and an early ceasefire are in the best interest of all parties, and urged the international community to create conditions …

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged
6 months ago

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday during their meeting at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing. FENG YONGBIN/CHINA DAILY President Xi Jinping said on Monday that a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis and an early ceasefire are in the best interest of all parties, and urged the international community to create conditions …

Only China can end the war in Ukraine, Finland’s president says
6 months ago

Only China can end the war in Ukraine, Finland’s president says

Live Mint  

HELSINKI, Finland—Finnish President Alexander Stubb said China holds the key to ending the war in Ukraine, urging Beijing to use its sway over Moscow while also calling on the U.S. to lower growing tensions with China. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who tried to woo Beijing for more than a year, last month voiced his frustration, accusing China of working hand-in-hand …

'Western echo chamber' will not bring peace to Ukraine
6 months, 1 week ago

'Western echo chamber' will not bring peace to Ukraine

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY On June 16, the Ukraine Peace Summit concluded without any significant achievements, leaving behind a trail of disappointment. From the outset, China has articulated a comprehensive approach, outlining "four points" of necessary actions, "four things" the international community must collaboratively address, and "three observations" on the crisis' dynamics. Recently, China and Brazil jointly issued a six-point consensus …

China urges NATO to 'stop shifting blame' over Ukraine war
6 months, 3 weeks ago

China urges NATO to 'stop shifting blame' over Ukraine war

New Indian Express  

BEIJING: China on Tuesday urged NATO to "stop shifting blame" over the Ukraine war after the Western military alliance's chief accused Beijing of worsening the conflict through support of Russia. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Monday called for China to face consequences for what US officials have called a major export push to rebuild Russia's defence industry. "We advise to …

NATO chief warns China of consequences over support to Russia in Ukraine war
6 months, 3 weeks ago

NATO chief warns China of consequences over support to Russia in Ukraine war

Hindustan Times  

NATO's chief warned Monday that the Western alliance needs to impose costs on China over support for Russia, while saying that only a regular flow of weapons to Ukraine could end the war. The July gathering aims to send a decisive long-term message of support for Ukraine as President Joe Biden faces a tough reelection fight against Donald Trump, a …

Ukraine Peace Conference: 80 countries agree that respect for territorial integrity will help achieve ‘lasting peace in Ukraine’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine Peace Conference: 80 countries agree that respect for territorial integrity will help achieve ‘lasting peace in Ukraine’

The Hindu  

Eighty countries have jointly called for the “territorial integrity” of Ukraine to be the basis for any peace agreement to end Russia-Ukraine war, though some key developing nations at a Swiss conference did not join in. The ‘path to peace’ The final document said the U.N. Charter and “respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty…can and will serve as a basis …

West's attempts to smear Beijing as Moscow's accomplice smell fishy: China Daily editorial
6 months, 3 weeks ago

West's attempts to smear Beijing as Moscow's accomplice smell fishy: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

A woman walks past the banner of the Group of Seven summit at the media center in Bari, Apulia Region, Italy, June 12, 2024. Zelensky's demands are that Moscow withdraw its troops and return the territories it now controls, including Crimea, and compensate Ukraine for the damages it has suffered as a result of Russia's "special military operation". Without providing …

World leaders meet in Switzerland to discuss a Ukraine peace roadmap. Russia is notably absent
6 months, 3 weeks ago

World leaders meet in Switzerland to discuss a Ukraine peace roadmap. Russia is notably absent

Associated Press  

OBBÜRGEN, Switzerland — Dozens of world leaders converged on a Swiss resort Saturday to discuss how to bring peace to war-ravaged Ukraine, though any hopes of a real breakthrough were muted by the absence of Russia. Despite Russia’s absence from the conference at the Bürgenstock resort overlooking Lake Lucerne, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that one measure of the two-day …

Russia, China absent as world leaders meet for Ukraine peace conference
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Russia, China absent as world leaders meet for Ukraine peace conference

Al Jazeera  

China’s non-participation in Switzerland summit raises questions over point of event, which Russia dismissed as ‘futile’. “I must also note that this summit could have been more result-oriented if the other party to the conflict, Russia, was present in the room,” Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said at the summit. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud …

China right to not attend Swiss peace summit
6 months, 4 weeks ago

China right to not attend Swiss peace summit

China Daily  

High-rises dominate the skyline on both sides of the Huangpu River in Shanghai. In response, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on June 3 that China attaches great importance to the "peace meeting" in Switzerland and has been in close contact with Switzerland, Ukraine and other countries, but has repeatedly stressed that the peace summit needs to meet three important …

US smear on trade ties with Russia opposed
6 months, 4 weeks ago

US smear on trade ties with Russia opposed

China Daily  

The Foreign Ministry rejected on Thursday Washington's smear over the normal trade and economic exchanges between China and Russia, as the United States intensified the pressure on Russia over the Ukraine crisis with a new round of sanctions also targeting Chinese companies. At a news briefing on Thursday, ministry spokesman Lin Jian said China and Russia are comprehensive strategic partners …

China right to not attend Swiss peace summit
6 months, 4 weeks ago

China right to not attend Swiss peace summit

China Daily  

High-rises dominate the skyline on both sides of the Huangpu River in Shanghai. In response, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on June 3 that China attaches great importance to the "peace meeting" in Switzerland and has been in close contact with Switzerland, Ukraine and other countries, but has repeatedly stressed that the peace summit needs to meet three important …

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