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China-Ukraine relations
The latest news, analysis and opinion on China-Ukraine relations. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
last updated:
15 October, 2024
Illustration: Craig Stephens
Ukraine war

Opinion | Which model for peace in Ukraine will win out?

Ukraine is more than a battlefield or proving ground. It is a test of global resolve in confronting aggression and defending justice.

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Ukraine war

Trump’s Ukraine challenge will be bringing Putin to negotiating table: experts

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China-EU relations

‘Walking on eggshells’: Europe squeezed from all sides as Trump 2.0 looms

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Ukraine war

China’s new envoy to Ukraine takes office as war, Trump worries escalate

Ambassador’s arrival in Kyiv coincides with major escalation in Ukraine war and with US support uncertain under incoming president Trump.

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Newly appointed Chinese ambassador Ma Shengkun has pledged to “persevere in being a guardian of the friendship” between China and Ukraine. Photo: qq.com
US presidential election 2024

Will next US president be able to drive a wedge between Russia and China?

Beijing is likely to want to remain close to Moscow – but maybe not too close.

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Wang Yi

China’s top diplomat calls for Mideast ceasefire, denounces trade protectionism

In speech at UN, Wang Yi positions China as global peacemaker, warns against countries inciting confrontation in Asia.

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Ukraine war

China and Brazil hold peace plan meeting for Ukraine war on UN sidelines

Beijing’s top diplomat voices hope for convening global peace conference with ‘fair discussion’ of all proposals as US stays sceptical.

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Wang Yi (right), China’s top diplomat, confers with senior Brazilian official Celso Amorim at a meeting in New York on Friday. Photo: AP
Brics

Brics impasse: Egypt, Ethiopia reject joint statement over Security Council bid

Consensus eludes group of major emerging national economies on General Assembly sidelines as new members balk at South Africa’s candidacy.

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Ukraine war

China and Ukraine mull top-tier talks but Zelensky cool on Beijing’s peace plan

Wang Yi and Ukraine’s new foreign minister Andrii Sybiha cross paths in New York, discussing trade and territorial integrity.

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China’s military

China underlines peacemaker role in hotspot issues, including ‘Ukraine crisis’

Pledge from Chinese foreign vice-minister Chen Xiaodong comes as analyst voices optimism about next direct talks between Xi and Zelensky.

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Chinese foreign vice-minister Chen Xiaodong addresses the 11th Xiangshan Forum in Beijing on Saturday. Photo: Amber Wang
China-Japan relations

Ukraine envoy ‘disrespects China’ as Yasukuni visit sets off social media storm

Online commenters say the timing of the ambassador’s trip to the controversial shrine ‘added salt to the injury’.

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Ukraine’s ambassador to Japan Sergiy Korsunsky sparked criticism in China after he visited the Yasukuni Shrine, which commemorates Japanese war dead. Photo: Getty Images
Ukraine war

Opinion | India and China continue to walk a fine line over Russia’s war in Ukraine

Modi’s visit to Kyiv was an extension of India’s deft diplomacy since the war began. China, too, is carefully calibrating its position.

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China-Russia relations

In China, Russian diplomat pushes ‘peace and security’ amid Ukraine incursion

Trip by Russia’s deputy foreign minister comes as Beijing shows more interest in intervening in war and increasing engagement with Kyiv.

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Ukraine war

China and Vatican discuss Ukraine peace plan as Russia continues to lose ground

The Holy See and Beijing have both been pushing for an end to the war, with Beijing pushing a six-point plan agreed with Brazil.

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The Vatican and China have both been calling for talks between the warring parties. Photo: AFP
China-EU relations

Can China’s charm offensive revive ties with central and eastern Europe?

Beijing attempts to woo Balkan and Central European countries, but faces scepticism over Russia relations and stalled cooperation mechanism.

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Bulgaria’s foreign minister Svetlan Stoev (centre right) meets Jiang Yu (centre left), China’s special representative for cooperation with central and eastern European countries, in Sofia, Bulgaria on June 25. Photo: Bulgaria Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Ukraine war

A Ukrainian film festival is about to start in Beijing, just as Russia’s ends

The event, which runs until March, will bring ‘the unique cinematic language, aesthetics and historical development of Ukrainian cinema’ to the Chinese capital.

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Ukraine war

Opinion | In Ukraine and Gaza, China’s great power comes with great responsibility

Beijing is starting to have a say in regions where it has traditionally downplayed any security role, but this comes at a cost.

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Diplomacy

Opinion | Despite China’s diplomatic rise, US still holds key to Ukraine, Gaza wars

While many countries mired in conflict are turning to China, ultimately it is the US’ stance that will determine how the crises in Ukraine and Gaza unfold.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
Ukraine war

Is timing right for China’s foreign minister to visit Ukraine?

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said during a recent trip to China that Kyiv was open to talks if Moscow showed ‘good faith’.

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Diplomacy

Opinion | Why is aspiring naval power China looking to Central Asia and Middle East?

China’s increasing diplomatic presence in the Middle East, Central Asia and eastern Europe could complicate its maritime interests in Asia.

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China-EU relations

EU disputes China claim that it backs Beijing’s proposal to end Ukraine war

Bloc instead says top diplomat Josep Borrell asked China to ‘use its influence on Russia to contribute to ending’ the armed conflict.

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EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell (left) meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Vientiane, Laos, on Friday. Photo: Xinhua
Ukraine war

Letters | A Ukraine that needs more troops should try diplomacy

Readers discuss the state of Ukraine amid Russia’s invasion, China’s diplomatic prowess, and kindness in Hong Kong.

A recruiting placard of Ukraine’s military during a partial blackout in the centre of Kyiv on June 22 amid Russia’s invasion in Ukraine. Photo: AFP
Ukraine war

Why did Ukraine’s top diplomat Dmytro Kuleba meet China’s Wang Yi in Guangzhou?

Ukrainian foreign minister visits southern metropolis, rather than capital Beijing, during first trip to China since war broke out.

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Ukraine tells China it’s ready to resume talks with Russia

Ukraine war

Ukraine’s foreign minister to visit China for talks in search for end to war

Dmytro Kuleba will begin a four-day visit to Beijing on Tuesday to discuss peace, and explore communication, trade and economic cooperation.

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba begins a four-day visit to China on Tuesday. Photo: AFP
China’s military

Chinese firm shows Nato-standard artillery with aim of boosting weapon exports

With Russian weapons industry tied up by Ukraine war and Western sanctions, Norinco recalibrates in hunt for new sales opportunities.

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Representatives of Chinese state-owned firm Norinco at the Eurosatory Defence and Security expo in Paris on June 18. Photo: Bloomberg
Ukraine war

China calls for peace talks on Ukraine war

Ukraine war

China calls for Russia-Ukraine peace talks after skipping Swiss summit

More than 90 countries attended Summit for Peace for Ukraine designed to rally support for Kyiv’s own peace proposals over the weekend.

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