China Supports Trump's Peace Efforts with Russia at G20

At the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in South Africa, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed support for U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to negotiate a peace deal with Russia regarding the war in Ukraine. Wang stated that China is willing to play a constructive role in resolving the crisis and welcomed the recent consensus reached between the U.S. and Russia. However, concerns arise over the exclusion of Ukraine from these discussions, which has sparked tensions between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Analysts are divided on China's involvement, with some suggesting it aims to secure economic interests in a post-conflict Ukraine while others note Beijing's reluctance to take significant geopolitical risks that could jeopardize its relationship with Moscow. Despite China's stated willingness to mediate, it remains focused on its domestic economic priorities and trade relations with the U.S. Sources indicate that the recent talks may favor Moscow, deepening rifts among U.S. allies supporting Ukraine.