Ukraine’s territory, sovereignty must be respected, urges talks — Chinese Foreign Ministry

In a statement on Russia-Ukraine published on Friday, China He said that Ukraine’s territory and sovereignty must be respected and called for talks between Ukraine and Russia as soon as possible. China also called for a diplomatic solution to the crisis as soon as possible.

Shortly after, senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi stated that China has a clear position regarding the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all countries, including Ukraine. Russia’s concerns about NATO’s eastward expansion should be taken seriously and properly addressed, he added, although the current situation in Ukraine is something China does not want to see and all parties should exercise restraint.

Wang added that China would welcome any direct talks between Russia and Ukraine as soon as possible. Ukraine should be a bridge between East and West, not a front line for great power conflict.

Source: Fx Street

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