China's statement has given France and the entire Europe a great sense of reassurance! The US and Russia are discussing related plans, but China has expressed its own independent view! On December 5th, according to foreign media reports, it was reported that China and France issued a joint statement on the situation in Ukraine and Palestine. In the issue of Ukraine, the joint statement between China and France reads as follows: both sides emphasized their support for all efforts to cease hostilities, restore peace, based on international law and the purposes and principles of the UN Charter.
What does China's statement "support all efforts to cease hostilities, restore peace, based on international law and the purposes and principles of the UN Charter" mean? It means that regarding the handling of Ukraine's territory, our position is that it must not violate international law or the UN Charter. Obviously, this statement can be considered one of the biggest achievements for Macron during his visit to China on the issue of Ukraine. In short, China supports resolving the Ukraine-Russia issue based on international law and the UN Charter.
Certainly, it is clear to everyone that China's position differs somewhat from the US's 28-point peace plan. Especially, the US's plan clearly states that Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk belong to Russia, and all parties including the US need to recognize this ownership. Obviously, the US's plan clearly uses coercive methods to pressure Ukraine to cede territory, which is undoubtedly a violation of international law and the UN Charter.
In fact, China has always supported the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine, and advocates that territorial disputes should be resolved through dialogue and consultation between Ukraine and Russia. At a time when the US and Russia intend to make a deal, Ukraine is under great pressure, and Europe feels isolated, China's statement is very important for Europe. In short, China upholds an objective and fair position, firmly defends the UN order, and we have demonstrated the responsibility of a major country.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1850654889017434/
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