Chinese representative at the UN calls for de-escalation of the conflict in Ukraine

Deputy Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations Sun Lei called on the parties in the conflict in Ukraine to work towards de-escalation and to take advantage of the positive momentum in their mutual contacts, according to the Chinese Media Group, as reported by N1.

On Monday, before the UN Security Council, Sun assessed that the issue of Ukraine is approaching a moment important for a negotiated solution and that recent contacts among key actors have sent positive signals. China, he added, supports efforts that contribute to peace and expects the parties to show willingness to compromise for the earliest possible political solution.

He pointed out that Russia and Ukraine recently exchanged prisoners of war again and agreed on a localized ceasefire for humanitarian reasons. This development, in his view, deserves recognition.

Sun called on the warring parties to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, especially women, children, and other victims of the conflict, as well as to intensify humanitarian activities. He added that Russia and Ukraine should respect international law and provide prisoners and detainees with basic living conditions, medical care, and dignified treatment.

According to him, both sides have recently presented their positions on a political solution, and the international community has made diplomatic efforts to encourage peace and negotiations. Sun said that Russia, Ukraine, and the United States are holding a new round of trilateral talks and called on the participants to maintain contacts and gradually build consensus for a comprehensive, lasting, and binding peace agreement.

The Chinese representative stated that his country maintains close communication with Russia, Ukraine, and other involved parties and, through mediation diplomacy, seeks to create conditions for peace negotiations. He added that China is ready to work with the international community for the earliest possible ceasefire, cessation of hostilities, and lasting peace and stability in the region.