We took note of recent statements made by China's Foreign Minister, Mr. Wang Yi, during a joint press conference with his Turkish counterpart.

China rightfully declares its respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states, as well as its intention to make every effort for peace. 

Next week, the Global Peace Summit will take place in Switzerland. We believe that all states that sincerely want peace to be restored should work together to ensure the Summit is success rather than making efforts to undermine it.

The participation of a high-ranking Chinese official could have provided an excellent opportunity to make a practical contribution to achieving just and lasting peace in Ukraine while also restoring its territorial integrity. 

With four leader summits between China and the aggressor state Russia since the start of the full-scale invasion, this would be a significant signal of China's balanced position.

Ukraine, as the side on whose territory the war takes place and the country that bears the full brunt of Russian aggression, must define what peace should look like. The only just foundation for achieving such peace is President Zelenskyy’s Peace Formula.