A prominent Ukrainian diplomat in Beijing welcomed the Foreign Ministry’s new stance on Ukraine as a hopeful sign. Reuters reported that the publication signals China’s intention to participate in a broad international effort to halt the conflict in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian official noted that while this move is encouraging, Kyiv is seeking stronger, more active support from Beijing. There is a desire for Beijing to align more clearly with Ukraine’s goals, though the diplomat indicated that China has not yet backed Ukraine’s proposals in practice.
There is also an expectation that China will press Russia to withdraw its troops, a sentiment voiced as part of a broader hope for increased diplomatic pressure from Beijing.
Earlier, a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs outlined a 12-point plan describing Beijing’s approach to resolving the armed conflict in Ukraine. The document stresses that sustained dialogue is essential, proposing a path where diplomacy leads the way and military escalation is avoided. While the plan invites involvement from the international community, it also signals China’s preference for a negotiated settlement that preserves Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The emphasis on dialogue is presented as central to achieving a durable peace, with calls for all parties to engage constructively in discussing security guarantees and political arrangements. This framework has implications for U.S. and Canadian audiences following the crisis, highlighting how Beijing positions itself within global efforts to de-escalate tensions and support a diplomatic resolution. [Reuters]