Beijing backs Trump's idea of involving China in conflict resolution

Beijing backs Trump's idea of involving China in Ukraine conflict resolution

Chinese authorities expressed readiness to maintain dialogue with all parties interested in ending the war in Ukraine, responding to statements by newly elected US President Donald Trump.

Maoning, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, stated on 24 January that Beijing agreed with the Republican's intentions and considered negotiations the only correct path to resolving the conflict.

«Мы приветствуем участие всех сторон, которые готовы играть конструктивную роль и создавать условия для деэскалации и политического урегулирования кризиса. Китай продолжит поддерживать мирные инициативы и оставаться в контакте с другими заинтересованными сторонами» (We welcome the participation of all parties willing to play a constructive role and create conditions for de-escalation and a political settlement of the crisis. China will continue to support peace initiatives and remain in contact with other interested parties), Maoning emphasised.

Earlier, Trump stated that he was ready to involve China in the process of peaceful settlement in Ukraine in the event of his return to power.