The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China insists on the need to end the Russian-Ukrainian war, which Beijing calls a "crisis", by peaceful means, but does not talk about specific steps on its part in this direction. Chinese Foreign Ministry representative Mao Ning was asked about this during a press conference.
A Bloomberg reporter pointed out that China's foreign ministry has consistently said that Beijing is in favor of strengthening peace, and there is a 12-point document outlining certain ideas. In this regard, the journalist asked whether China had taken any actions to strengthen peace, which the department would like to talk about.
Mao Ning responded by saying that China's position was "completely and systematically" outlined in the previously published "peace plan".
"It reflects the world's common hope for an early end to the crisis and the establishment of peace, as well as China's sincerity in promoting peace talks. We are ready to work with the rest of the world to continue to play a constructive role in the political settlement of the crisis," said the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman.
The reporter clarified in response that the question is whether China has really done anything to strengthen peace.
"We are in touch with all sides and are actively promoting peace talks," Mao Ning said.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China published "peaceful" proposals for the settlement of the war between the Russian Federation and Ukraine with 12 points. There are general phrases and calls for negotiations.
Adviser to the US president, Sullivan, said that China can stop at the first point of its "peaceful" plan for the settlement of the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine, which mentions respect for sovereignty.
China's call for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia "does not inspire much confidence," said NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
The United States fears that China may start transferring weapons to the Russian Federation for war, and has threatened Beijing with strikes on Chinese companies if the PRC decides to supply them.
