In a significant move towards fostering global peace, China and Russia have jointly called for a political resolution to the ongoing Ukraine crisis. The two nations emphasized the need for deeper collaboration on development strategies and peace efforts to mitigate the conflict.
Last Thursday, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, met with Dmitry Medvedev, Chairman of United Russia, in Beijing. During their discussions, Xi highlighted the strong ties between China and Russia, celebrating 75 years of cooperation marked by mutual respect, harmonious coexistence, and win-win partnerships.
Xi expressed China's commitment to aligning its development strategies more closely with Russia's, aiming to explore further cooperation opportunities that would benefit both countries and their populations. He also advocated for enhanced collaboration within multilateral organizations such as the United Nations, BRICS, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, stressing the importance of upholding a UN-centered international system and promoting a fairer global order.
Medvedev, delivering a personal letter from Russian President Vladimir Putin, lauded the enduring relationship between China and Russia. He reaffirmed Russia's dedication to the consensus achieved during the leaders' meeting and pledged to advance strategic cooperation. Medvedev also commended China's proactive role in the "Friends of Peace" initiative, which includes contributions from Brazil and other nations, and expressed Russia's support for these efforts aimed at achieving a political resolution to the Ukraine crisis.
On the matter of Ukraine, Xi reiterated China's stance, emphasizing three key principles: avoiding spillover effects, preventing escalation, and refraining from actions that could further fuel the conflict. He reaffirmed China's role in facilitating de-escalation and creating conditions conducive to a political settlement.
This meeting underscores the strategic partnership between China and Russia as they navigate complex international challenges, aiming to guide global governance towards a positive trajectory and foster greater consensus among political parties worldwide, particularly in the Global South.
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China, Russia call for political resolution on Ukraine crisis
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