In an exclusive BBC World interview, Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski suggested an intriguing scenario: China wielding its influence to pressure Putin into halting the conflict in Ukraine. Despite various potential mediators like Turkey and the UN, Sikorski sees China as holding significant sway. However, he lamented the absence of signs indicating Putin's willingness to engage in negotiations.
Sikorski's analysis hinges on a fundamental premise: the war's conclusion depends on Putin realizing that its toll in human lives and financial resources outweighs its objectives. Yet, he doubts a swift resolution, suggesting Putin might require more time to grasp this reality.
Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping embarked on a notable diplomatic journey, beginning with France and extending to Serbia and Hungary, nations with close ties to Russia. This tour follows US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent visit to China, where discussions encompassed Beijing's support for Moscow, including alleged interference in the US elections.
Tensions escalated further when Ukrainian military forces accused China of supplying military equipment to Russia, reinforcing suspicions of indirect involvement in the conflict. The European Union responded with proposed trade restrictions targeting several firms, including three Chinese entities allegedly aiding Russia's actions in Ukraine.
In Munich, during a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reiterated China's stance on the Ukraine issue, emphasizing a commitment to peaceful resolutions and a refusal to supply lethal weaponry to conflict zones or parties.
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