China has called for a “ceasefire through dialogue” soon after Russian President announced a partial military mobilisation amid the war in Ukraine.
“We call for a ceasefire through dialogue and consultation, and find a solution that accommodates the legitimate security concerns of all parties,” said China’s foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin at press briefing on Wednesday.
“We always maintain that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be respected, the principles of the UN Charter should be abided by.” The legitimate security concerns of all countries should be taken seriously, and all efforts conducive to the peaceful resolution of crises should be supported.”
On Wednesday Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the mobilisation and vowed to use “all available means” to protect Russian territory, after Moscow-held regions of Ukraine announced annexation referendums.
China, nonetheless, has refrained from condemning Russia’s actions, but it has repeatedly stated that it supports the sovereignty of all countries in relation to Ukraine.
