China may help mediate an end to the Ukraine conflict as the US seeks a quick resolution. The country has already expressed support for Kyiv’s place at the negotiating table ahead of US-Russia talks. However, Chinese officials note that if European countries are involved in peacekeeping operations, Russia might view it as an expansion of NATO’s presence. This comes as the three-year war shifts into a new phase and the US prepares to meet with Russian counterparts in Saudi Arabia. Experts at Europe’s largest security gathering expressed skepticism about China’s early involvement but predicted its eventual role in negotiations.
Source: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3298962/china-could-play-substantial-peace-role-ukraine-us-seeks-quick-deal