As the world marks three years since the full escalation of the Ukraine conflict, China has called on the UN Security Council to step up efforts for peace negotiations. 'The ultimate resolution of any conflict lies at the negotiation table,' declared Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the UN, during a Security Council meeting Monday.
The Call for Diplomacy
Fu emphasized that while parties may have differing positions, 'dialogue is still better than confrontation.' China endorsed recent U.S.-Russia discussions about initiating peace talks, urging all stakeholders to participate 'at an appropriate time' for a binding agreement. 'The window for peace is opening,' he added, reflecting cautious optimism.
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The Council adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution appealing for swift conflict resolution, passing with 10 votes in favor and 5 abstentions (including France and the UK). While details remain scarce, the move signals growing international pressure to de-escalate tensions.
What’s Next?
China pledged to keep supporting political solutions, particularly amplifying perspectives from the Global South. Fu also urged Europe to address the crisis’s root causes and build 'long-term security frameworks.' With over 17 million displaced Ukrainians, could 2024 finally see meaningful diplomacy? The world watches.
'The ultimate resolution of any conflict lies at the negotiation table,' declared Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the UN, during a Security Council meeting Monday.
'The window for peace is opening,' he added, reflecting cautious optimism.
Fu also urged Europe to address the crisis’s root causes and build 'long-term security frameworks.' With over 17 million displaced Ukrainians, could 2024 finally see meaningful diplomacy? The world watches. 
