Ukrainian and Chinese Foreign Ministers Discuss Peace

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Guangzhou to discuss achieving a 'fair peace' amid the ongoing war with Russia. This marks Kuleba's first visit to China since the escalation of the conflict in 2022, reflecting Ukraine's desire for peace, recovery, and development. The talks, lasting over three hours, included discussions on bilateral relations and the international agenda, with both ministers emphasizing the need for a political solution. China, while portraying itself as a neutral party, faces criticism for being a close ally to Russia and is seen by NATO as a 'decisive enabler' of the war. Chinese officials reiterated their commitment to supporting peace efforts and playing a constructive role in negotiations, despite the complexities of the situation. Kuleba expressed confidence in the strategic interests of a just peace aligning with China’s global role.