China Urged Ukraine and Russia to Reach a Peace Agreement Amid Talks in Abu Dhabi

China at the United Nations Security Council supported peaceful efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine. The PRC also called on the international community to facilitate trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi.

China supported peaceful negotiations Sun Le welcomed diplomatic efforts toward peace in Ukraine, which will continue 10-11 in November in Abu Dhabi. The diplomat stated that we are now at a critically important stage "to resolve the situation in Ukraine through negotiations." "China supports efforts aimed at achieving peace, and hopes that interested parties will meet each other halfway, maintain this positive momentum, and contribute to a political settlement of the crisis as soon as possible," he said. Sun Le highlighted three important points. First, it is necessary to ensure adherence to humanitarian norms and de-escalate the situation. He welcomed the latest prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine and the humanitarian mission to Olshky. "We urge the parties to put human lives first, remain calm and restrained, and effectively protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, paying particular attention to vulnerable groups, including women and children," Le said. Second, as the Chinese diplomat stated, the parties need to strengthen the will for peace and seize the opportunity to hold negotiations. To this end, a number of steps must be taken: demonstrate political will, maintain contact, gradually reach consensus, and jointly work toward concluding a comprehensive, long-term, and legally binding peace agreement. Le added that the PRC expects the international community to create a "favorable atmosphere for peaceful negotiations." Third, in the Chinese side's view, "the root causes of the crisis must be eliminated to achieve lasting peace." Le added that "there are no winners in conflicts and wars." China's position The diplomat says China's position on the Ukrainian issue (as the PRC calls the Russia-Ukraine war) remains consistent. "Guided by the four-point approach" proposed by President Xi Jinping, we continue to promote peaceful negotiations and political settlement. We maintain close contacts with all involved parties, in particular Russia and Ukraine, and actively engage in "shuttle diplomacy," he said. The diplomat assured that China is ready, together with the international community, to continue making efforts toward: ending the fighting as soon as possible, concluding hostilities, and ensuring long-term stability in the region.

Earlier, RBC-Ukraine reported that U.S. President Donald Trump said he would travel to China next week and might meet with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. They plan to discuss a multitude of topics. In addition, 10-11 in November the United States will act as mediators in talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi. At the working-level meeting, postwar security arrangements, de-escalation, and humanitarian issues will be discussed.