China Reiterates Commitment to Peaceful Resolution of Ukraine Crisis Through Dialogue
China's stance on the Ukraine crisis has been consistent and clear, advocating for dialogue, negotiation, and a political solution. When asked about China's position on the crisis, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guang Jun said, "China's stance on the Ukraine crisis is consistent and clear." This response comes after speculation that China's position may have shifted following the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, where State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi did not repeat his previous statement that all parties with interests should participate in talks to resolve the crisis.

22 February 2025
In fact, China has been actively engaged in promoting peace talks and has called for all parties to engage in dialogue to find a political solution to the crisis. At the Munich Security Conference, Wang Yi emphasized the importance of involving all interested parties in talks, which was seen as a significant gesture by China to promote a broader international involvement in resolving the crisis. The spokesperson's clarification suggests that China's core stance remains unchanged, despite the absence of a repeated statement at the G20 meeting. This indicates that China is committed to its strategic goals and priorities in addressing the Ukraine crisis, prioritizing a peaceful resolution through dialogue and negotiation.
China's approach to the crisis reflects its pursuit of peace, its commitment to multilateralism, and its cautious response to great power competition. While the path to a peaceful resolution is fraught with uncertainties, China's consistent stance provides a possibility for breaking the impasse. As the international environment continues to evolve, China's efforts to promote peace and stability are worthy of attention, and their effectiveness will be tested over time.

China hopes to resolve the crisis through talks, but has not explicitly stated which countries should be involved, reflecting its cautious and pragmatic approach. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Zhao Lijian's colleague, stated that China welcomes all efforts towards peace, including the consensus reached by the US and Russia on starting talks, and also expects all parties and stakeholders to participate in the talks. By calling for the participation of all stakeholders, China is likely seeking to ensure that the talks are inclusive and representative of all interests, rather than being dominated by a select few.
China has played a key role in the Ukraine crisis, with a consistent stance of promoting peace and dialogue. The Chinese government has emphasized the importance of respecting national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and has called for all parties to adhere to the principles of the United Nations Charter. China has also proposed a 12-point initiative for resolving the crisis, which includes principles such as respecting national sovereignty, abandoning Cold War thinking, and promoting ceasefire and dialogue. Chinese officials, including Foreign Minister Wang Yi, have engaged in extensive diplomatic talks with various parties involved in the conflict, including Russia, Ukraine, and the United States.


China's outlook on the future of the Ukraine crisis is positive, believing that the end point of any conflict is the negotiation table, and that history will ultimately be just. China hopes to resolve the crisis through dialogue and negotiation, finding a balanced, effective, and sustainable security framework that will bring long-term peace and stability to Europe. At the same time, China expects all parties involved and stakeholders to participate in the negotiation process to reach a fair, lasting, and binding peace agreement. Chinese Ambassador to the United Nations, Fu Cong, stated that China welcomes all efforts towards peace in Ukraine, including the consensus reached between the US and Russia on starting negotiations. By advocating for a negotiated settlement, China aims to help bring about a peaceful and stable resolution to the crisis, one that is acceptable to all parties and takes into account the legitimate concerns and interests of all stakeholders.

