China made a statement about the war in Ukraine and a swift cessation of hostilities

This was stated by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during a meeting with Russia's Security Council secretary, Serhiy Shoigu, as reported by Ukrinform.

"China will continue working on shaping a balanced, objective, and rational perspective within the international community regarding the "Ukrainian crisis" (as the war is referred to in China - Ed.) to achieve international consensus and create the necessary conditions for a swift cessation of hostilities," Wang said.

The Chinese official reiterated that Beijing maintains an "objective and fair position" on the Ukrainian issue and is focused on facilitating a political resolution to the "crisis."

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