China Intensifies Efforts to Mediate Ukraine Conflict
China's special envoy embarks on a new shuttle diplomacy tour, aiming to foster peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
- China's special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, launches a new shuttle diplomacy tour to mediate the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
- The tour includes visits to Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Germany, France, and the European Union headquarters in Brussels.
- Observers maintain low expectations for the tour's success, citing previous attempts that failed to yield immediate results.
- Critics argue China's mediation efforts are more about diplomatic posturing than genuine peacemaking.
- China faces criticism for its close relationship with Moscow and refusal to denounce Russia's military actions, despite presenting itself as a neutral party seeking peace.