China stated that it supports all efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the war in Ukraine and advocates for continued dialogue between the parties.
Beijing advocates for a steady dialogue between the parties to reach a diplomatic conclusion to the war, according to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on February 24.
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The Ministry described its position as “objective and fair,” with Mao Ning noting that this stance has not changed. “China’s position on the Ukrainian crisis is objective, fair, and obvious to all,” she said.
She also claimed that China is not looking to gain from the war, stating, “China never pours oil on the fire, never takes the opportunity to make a profit.”
According to the Chinese Ministry, recent events have created a new opportunity for talks. Mao Ning argued that “dialogue and negotiations are the only way to resolve the crisis” and expressed hope for a lasting peace agreement.
She added that Beijing is prepared to work with other nations, stating, “China is ready to work with the international community to play a constructive role.”
This follows a statement from US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker, who said China plays a major role in supporting the invasion. Whitaker suggested that Beijing has the power to end the war with a single call to Moscow.
Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has previously noted that China does not yet seem interested in ending Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Earlier, reports indicated that China increased its imports of sanctioned Russian oil delivered by the shadow fleet in January 2026, while India notably reduced its purchases. According to data from the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, tankers linked to this fleet exported over 14 million tons of crude oil during that month.
While China became the largest recipient with nearly 5 million tons, India’s intake dropped significantly compared to the end of 2025. This shift occurred as the Russian oil sector faced growing financial pressure, with falling prices and tighter sanctions leading to losses among producers.
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