China presents a peace plan for Ukraine calling for a ceasefire and an end to sanctions on Russia

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Beijing opposes strategic use and threats to use nuclear weapons

Likewise, it urges respect for the sovereignty of all countries as stated in the Charter of the United Nations

24 Feb. (EUROPA PRESS) –

The Government of China has presented this Friday its peace plan for Ukraine made up of twelve proposals in an effort to provide a political solution to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in which it calls for a ceasefire on both sides and defends the territorial integrity of all the countries.

On the day that marks the first anniversary of the war in Ukraine, the Chinese Foreign Ministry has listed twelve proposals to end the armed conflict, including a request to the West to end its sanctions on Russia, or the establishment of peace talks.

According to China, it is important to respect the sovereignty of all countries within the framework of the principles of the United Nations Charter -as Ukraine defends-, as well as to effectively guarantee the sovereignty, strength or wealth of States.

“All parties must jointly defend the basic norms that govern international relations and safeguard international equity and justice,” reads the proposal, which highlights the importance of not adopting “double standards.”

Likewise, the Chinese government has called for “the Cold War mentality” to be abandoned, stating that the security of a country “cannot be at the expense of the security of other countries”, while it has indicated that regional security “cannot be guaranteed by strengthening or even expanding military blocs”.

For this reason, he has asked the parties to adhere to a “common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable” security concept focused on long-term stability. He has also emphasized promoting “a balanced security architecture” on the Eurasian continent.

On the other hand, China has called on the West to stop unilateral sanctions against Russia, arguing that they “will not only not solve the problems, but will create new ones.”

“Relevant countries must stop abusing unilateral sanctions and ‘long-arm jurisdiction’ against other countries, play a role in cooling the crisis in Ukraine and create conditions for developing countries to develop their economies and improve people’s lives,” the Asian giant has asked, urging the West to oppose any sanctions not authorized by the UN Security Council.

CHINA CALLS “NOT ADD FUELMON THE FIRE”

Beijing has stressed that “there are no winners in wars”, for which reason it has called on all parties to “maintain rationality and moderation, not add fuel to the fire and not intensify conflicts”.

Likewise, he has asked Russia and Ukraine to meet and resume direct dialogue “as soon as possible”, as well as to gradually promote a de-escalation and a “relaxation” of the situation to reach a comprehensive ceasefire.

After that, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry in its statement, both countries should start peace talks.

“All efforts to resolve the crisis peacefully should be encouraged and supported. The international community should stick to the right direction of persuading peace and promoting talks, helping all parties to the conflict to open the door to a political settlement of the crisis as soon as possible”, has requested China, which has shown itself willing to play “a constructive role” in this regard.

“NUCLEAR WAR CANNOT BE WAGED”

On the other hand, Beijing has encouraged opposing the strategic use and threats to use nuclear weapons, preventing nuclear profiling and averting a nuclear crisis.

“Nuclear weapons cannot be used and nuclear war cannot be waged (…) We oppose the development and use of biological and chemical weapons by (part of) any country under any circumstances,” China said in the document. which includes its twelve proposals.

Likewise, he has called for maintaining the security of nuclear power plants in Ukraine, while he has opposed armed attacks against this type of facility.

“We call on all parties to respect nuclear safety conventions and other international laws, and resolutely avoid man-made nuclear accidents,” he said, while calling for support for the role of the International Atomic Energy Agency in promoting the safety of nuclear facilities.

Among other measures, the Chinese government has also expressed the importance of resolving the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine under the aegis of the United Nations, protecting civilians and prisoners of war, as well as guaranteeing the export of grains and ensuring the stability of industrial chains. and supply.

Nevertheless, Beijing has shown itself ready to provide assistance and play “a constructive role” in the post-war reconstruction, reiterating its request to the international community to join this effort.