Beijing, China.- China published a document stating its position on the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis. In it, he called for a cessation of hostilities and to start peace negotiations
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China’s Position on the Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis
1. Respect the sovereignty of all countries
Universally recognized international law, including the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, must be strictly observed. The sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all countries must be effectively defended. All countries, whether big or small, strong or weak, rich or poor, are equal members of the international community. All parties must jointly uphold the basic rules governing international relations and safeguard international fairness and justice. We must promote the equal and uniform application of international law and reject double standards.
2. Ditch the Cold War mentality
The security of one country should not be achieved at the expense of that of others. The security of a region should not be achieved by strengthening or expanding military blocs. The legitimate interests and security concerns of all countries must be taken seriously and adequately addressed. There is no simple solution to a complex problem. All parties should, following the concept of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security, and taking into account lasting peace and stability in the world, help to forge a balanced, effective and sustainable European security architecture. All parties should oppose the pursuit of self-security at the expense of others, avoid confrontation between blocs, and work together for peace and stability on the Eurasian continent.
3. Cease hostilities
Conflict and war benefit no one. All parties must remain rational and exercise restraint, refrain from fanning the flames and escalating tensions, and prevent the Ukraine crisis from deteriorating further or even spiraling out of control. All parties should support Russia and Ukraine to work in the same direction and resume direct dialogue as soon as possible, to gradually de-escalate the situation, and ultimately reach a comprehensive ceasefire.
4. Resume peace talks
Dialogue and negotiation are the only viable solution to the Ukraine crisis. All efforts leading to a peaceful solution to the crisis should be encouraged and supported. The international community must remain committed to the correct approach of promoting peace talks, helping the conflicting parties to open the door to a political solution to the crisis as soon as possible, and creating conditions and platforms for the resumption of negotiations. China will continue to play a constructive role in this regard.
5. Solve the humanitarian crisis
All measures conducive to alleviating the humanitarian crisis should be encouraged and supported. Humanitarian operations must follow the principles of neutrality and impartiality, and humanitarian issues must not be politicized. The safety of civilians must be effectively protected, and humanitarian corridors must be established for the evacuation of civilians from conflict zones. Efforts are needed to increase humanitarian assistance to relevant areas, improve humanitarian conditions and provide rapid, safe and unimpeded access, with a view to preventing a larger-scale crisis. The UN should be supported to play a coordinating role in channeling humanitarian aid to conflict zones.
6. Protect civilians and prisoners of war
Parties to the conflict must strictly comply with international humanitarian law, avoid attacking civilians or civilian installations, protect women, children and other victims of the conflict, and respect the fundamental rights of prisoners of war. China supports the exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine, and calls on all parties to create more favorable conditions for this goal.
7. Maintain the safety of nuclear power plants
China opposes armed attacks on nuclear power plants or other peaceful nuclear facilities, and calls on all parties to abide by international law, including the Convention on Nuclear Safety (CNS), and resolutely avoid man-made nuclear accidents. China supports the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in playing a constructive role in promoting the safety and security of peaceful nuclear facilities.
8. Reduce strategic risks
Nuclear weapons must not be used, and nuclear wars must not be fought. The use or threat of use of nuclear weapons must be opposed. Nuclear proliferation must be prevented and nuclear crises must be avoided. China opposes the research, development and use of chemical and biological weapons by any country and under any circumstances.
9. Facilitate cereal exports
All parties should fully and effectively implement the Black Sea Grain Initiative signed by Russia, Turkey, Ukraine and the UN in a balanced way, and support the UN in playing an important role in this regard. China’s proposed global food security cooperation initiative offers a workable solution to the world food crisis.
10. End unilateral sanctions
Unilateral sanctions and maximum pressure cannot solve the issue, and only create new problems. China opposes unilateral sanctions not authorized by the UN Security Council. The countries concerned should stop abusing unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction against other countries, with a view to making their contributions to the de-escalation of the Ukraine crisis and creating conditions for the economic growth of developing countries and the improvement of the lives of their peoples.
11. Keep industrial and supply chains stable
All parties must effectively defend the existing world economic system and oppose using the world economy as a tool or weapon for political ends. Joint efforts are needed to mitigate the spillover effects of the crisis, and prevent disruption to international cooperation in energy, finance, food trade, and transportation, as well as undermining the global economic recovery.
12. Promote post-conflict reconstruction
The international community must take measures to support post-conflict reconstruction in conflict zones. China is ready to provide assistance and play a constructive role in this regard.
