China Declines Participation in Ukraine Peace Talks Without Russia

Beijing insists on Russia's involvement for any meaningful peace discussions, challenging the summit's current framework.

China has refused to attend the planned Ukraine peace conference in Switzerland next month.
Beijing's participation hinges on the inclusion of Russia in the talks, which Ukraine has rejected.
China maintains that equal participation and fair discussion of all peace plans are essential.
Russia has dismissed the summit as futile without its involvement, echoing China's stance.
Switzerland continues efforts to involve Russia and broader international community in the peace process.