China has called for an end to unilateral sanctions tied to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, outlining a set of proposals aimed at a political settlement. The document, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, emphasizes that restraint and multilateral diplomacy should guide any resolution, and it frames sanctions as a factor that complicates dialogue rather than a path to peace.
Within the plan, China offers a twelve-point framework that includes a call for an immediate ceasefire and a halt to hostilities on both sides. The intent is to create space for political negotiations, reduce the risk of miscalculation, and prevent further humanitarian suffering among civilians caught in the conflict. The emphasis is placed on building confidence measures that can pave the way for a more stable and lasting settlement, rather than intensifying confrontational stances or broad repercussion-driven actions.
The document foregrounds the early resumption of direct dialogue between Moscow and Kyiv as a core objective. It argues that sustained conversations, under verifiable arrangements, are essential to address core concerns, clarify security guarantees, and establish a mutually acceptable roadmap for the future. The plan highlights the importance of pauses and monitored truce periods to avert cycles of escalation and to provide space for negotiations to progress.
Speaking to the issue of escalation prevention, the plan calls for clear commitments to de-escalation steps, the protection of civilians, and the unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance. It asserts that durable peace can only emerge from negotiations that acknowledge the legitimate security interests of all parties involved, while avoiding unilateral pressure tactics that could undermine trust and complicate potential compromises.
In addressing external commentary, the spokesperson for China’s foreign ministry has rejected claims that Beijing is supplying military support to the Russian side. The official noted that from the outset of what has been termed by some as a special operation in Ukraine, China has sought to act as a constructive participant. The diplomat stressed that Beijing has consistently urged both sides to rejoin negotiations, explore peaceful, negotiated outcomes, and resolve outstanding issues through dialogue rather than force.
As new developments unfold, the document maintains a forward-looking stance that invites sustained international engagement to support a negotiated settlement. It frames the path to peace as a collective responsibility, calling on all parties to exercise restraint, adhere to international norms, and engage in good-faith diplomacy under clear, verifiable guardians to prevent renewed crisis or misinterpretation of intentions. (Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China)