Chinese leader Xi Jinping plans to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for the first time since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine, likely after he visits Moscow next week to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Quote from the WSJ: “A direct conversation with Mr Zelenskyy, if it happens, would mark a significant step in Beijing’s efforts to play peace-maker in Ukraine, which have so far been met with scepticism in Europe. It would also bolster Beijing’s credentials as a global power broker after it facilitated a surprise diplomatic breakthrough between Saudi Arabia and Iran last week.”
Details: The WSJ reported that Xi’s meeting with President Zelenskyy might take place virtually.
The WSJ sources said that the Chinese President’s visit to Russia and his possible meeting with Zelenskyy reflect Beijing’s desire to play a more active role in facilitating the end of the war in Ukraine.
The WSJ also reported that Xi was considering visiting other European countries following his visit to Russia, though the publication’s sources said that the exact schedule has not yet been confirmed.
Source:Â The Wall Street Journal
