Chinese President Xi Jinping told former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev on Wednesday that his country would like to see discussions on Ukraine, remarks that come amid Beijing’s attempts to enhance ties with Europe.
Xi told Medvedev in Beijing that his administration has been “actively promoting peace and talks,” based on state broadcaster China Central Television. “China hopes relevant parties can stay rational and restrained, conduct comprehensive talks, and resolve mutual concerns on security via political methods,” Xi said.