Washington: The US State Department has raised concerns about the growing alliance between the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China.
During a recent press briefing, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller highlighted the United States’ worries about the partnership between the two countries, especially in light of Russia’s continued military actions in Ukraine.
Clear Message from Washington
“The United States has made it very clear that we don’t want to see China do anything that helps support Russian aggression in Ukraine, and we’ll continue to make that clear,” affirmed Miller.
This statement comes ahead of an anticipated meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping in China next month.
The US State Department’s remarks align with comments made by French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourné. After his meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, Sejourné emphasized China’s potential “key role” in advancing peace talks concerning Ukraine.
Recent discussions have revolved around the possibility of China urging European nations to involve Russia in upcoming peace negotiations.
Diplomatic Initiatives
President Xi Jinping is slated to visit France and Italy in May.
It is reported that China might push for Russia’s inclusion in peace talks, which could potentially take place in Switzerland or Beijing. China has also hinted at the possibility of boycotting these meetings if its terms are not acknowledged.
The active involvement of Chinese special envoy Li Hui in a recent European tour, focusing on discussions about Ukraine’s future, underscores China’s efforts in seeking a resolution to the conflict.
