Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Beijing on Monday, where they held an in-depth exchange of views on the ongoing Ukraine crisis. The discussion focused on seeking a political solution to the conflict and emphasizing the importance of an early ceasefire.
Prime Minister Orban briefed President Xi on his recent visits to Ukraine and Russia, sharing insights from his engagements with both nations. President Xi commended Orban for his efforts in promoting dialogue and stressed that resolving the crisis through political means is in the interest of all parties involved.
“The priority is to cool down the situation by observing the three principles of no expansion of the battlefield, no escalation of fighting, and no fanning by any party over the flames,” Xi stated. He called upon the international community to create conducive conditions for the resumption of direct dialogue and negotiations between the conflicting parties.
President Xi highlighted the crucial role that major countries play in facilitating peace. “Only when all major countries play a positive rather than negative role can there emerge an early prospect of a ceasefire,” he noted.
China has been actively promoting peace talks in its own way, and Xi emphasized that China and Hungary share the same fundamental positions regarding the crisis. Both nations are working toward the same goal of achieving peace and stability in the region. Xi assured that China would maintain communication with Hungary and other relevant parties to support these efforts.
The meeting between Xi and Orban underscores the ongoing international efforts to address the Ukraine crisis through diplomatic channels. As influential members of the global community, China and Hungary’s collaboration signals a push towards de-escalation and the pursuit of a peaceful resolution.
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Xi Jinping, Hungarian PM Orban exchange views on Ukraine crisis
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