China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the importance of avoiding an expansion of the battlefield in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war during a speech at the U.N. General Assembly.
This message aligns with China’s broader foreign policy focus on maintaining sovereignty and peace, particularly as the Chinese government approaches its 75th anniversary.
Wang also reiterated China’s commitment to a peace plan for Ukraine developed in conjunction with Brazil, which aims for a conference involving both Ukraine and Russia.
However, this plan has received a lukewarm response from Ukrainian officials.
He underscored China’s position on various global issues, including support for Palestinian statehood and a call for a peaceful resolution to tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Wang’s remarks reflect China’s strategic interests and its attempts to assert its influence on the international stage while promoting its narrative of non-interference and respect for sovereignty, especially regarding Taiwan and its relations with other countries.
