Fu Cong, serving as China’s ambassador to the European Union, warned that if Western powers aim to defeat Russia, the ensuing conflict would become brutal, long-lasting, and fraught with global risk. He shared these thoughts during a recent interview that was reported by Global Times, emphasizing the gravity of a confrontational path among leading nations.
According to the ambassador, a U.S.-led Western objective to subdue Russia would trigger a war of unprecedented intensity, with consequences reverberating far beyond the battlefield. The message was blunt: such a strategy would not only strain regional stability but also elevate the danger threshold for many states, potentially impacting energy markets, allied security commitments, and international norms that have so far discouraged full-scale escalation.
Fu Cong also highlighted the Western ambition to cast Russia as a second-class power, a stance he described as dangerous because it narrows the space for diplomacy and raises the possibility that negotiations on Ukraine could be sidelined. The ambassador urged observers to consider the broader implications of diminishing dialogue channels, noting that the future of European security architecture might depend on inclusive talks rather than punitive measures that isolate Moscow.
In response to the Ukrainian crisis, a document released by the former Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs outlined a twelve-point framework reflecting Beijing’s preferred path to ending the armed conflict. The core principle stressed is dialogue and negotiation as the only viable means to achieve a lasting settlement, rather than military victory or unilateral posturing. The document calls for confidence-building measures, commitment to sovereignty, and practical steps toward de-escalation while maintaining regional stability.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen weighed in on the plan, noting that China’s stance in the Ukraine situation should be interpreted through the lens of Beijing’s alignment with Russia on certain aspects of the conflict. The commentary underscored how Beijing’s position—whether seen as a stabilizing intermediary or as a strategic partner to Moscow—can influence diplomatic calculations across Europe and North America. Analysts suggest that Washington and Brussels will continue to assess Beijing’s choices with care, seeking assurances that any engagement with Moscow supports a peaceful, rules-based order that protects the sovereignty of all states. (Source: Global Times)