President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that China was willing to “actively work” with the international community to mediate the war in Ukraine, but gave no details and reiterated his opposition to Western sanctions against Russia.
During a call with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron, Xi said the situation in Ukraine was “worrying” and China was “deeply saddened by the outbreak of war again on the European continent”, according to a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
“China will remain in communication and coordination with France, Germany and the EU and, in light of the needs of the parties involved, will actively work together with the international community,” the statement said, adding that all efforts that “lead to the peaceful solution to the crisis must be supported.”
According to China’s Foreign Ministry, Scholz and Macron said their two countries are ready to strengthen communication and coordination with Beijing to promote peace talks.
China and Russia share a strategic interest in challenging the West, but the invasion of Ukraine has put their friendship to the test.
China has not directly condemned Russia’s attack or imposed sanctions on Moscow – but neither has it been quick to help Russia after its economy was hit by sanctions from around the world, with experts saying Beijing’s options are limited.
Analysts say Chinese banks and companies also fear secondary sanctions if they deal with Russian counterparts.
Source: CNN Brasil
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