These talks, if they take place, would mark an important step in China’s efforts to play the role of peacemaker in Ukraine, the sources said.
Chinese President Xi Jinping plans to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after he meets Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Moscow next week. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal, citing sources on Monday, March 13.
“A direct conversation with Zelensky, if it takes place, would mark an important step in Beijing’s efforts to play the role of peacekeeper in Ukraine, which is viewed with skepticism in Europe at the moment. It is also will boost Beijing’s credibility as a global mediator after last week it facilitated an unexpected diplomatic breakthrough between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
It is hinted that Xi’s possible talks with the Ukrainian president will be virtual.
China’s visit to Russia and Xi’s possible talks with Zelensky reflect Beijing’s desire to play a more active role by ending the war in Ukraine, the sources said.
It is also reported that Xi Jinping is considering visiting other European countries as part of his trip to Russia, although, according to interlocutors, his entire route has not yet been approved.
It will be remembered that on March 10, Xi Jinping was re-elected for a third term as the leader of China. This happened for the first time in the country’s history.
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Source: korrespondent
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