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.
Global Reactions
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. 👀
