China's envoy slams Trump's approach, calls for inclusive Ukraine talks
On Wednesday, China's special envoy for European affairs, Lu Shaye, strongly disapproved of President Donald Trump's treatment of America's European allies. He also emphasized that a peace agreement on Ukraine should not be decided solely by the United States and Russia.
- When you look at how the Trump administration has implemented a brazen and domineering policy towards Europe, treating its allies in this way, honestly, from a European perspective, it's quite appalling – he said on Wednesday.
- I believe European friends should reflect on this and compare the Trump administration's policies with those of the Chinese government. In doing so, they will see that China's diplomatic approach emphasises peace, friendship, goodwill and win-win cooperation – he added.
China on Ukraine: Criticising USA - Russia talks
Lu made these remarks on the sidelines of a panel discussion with other senior diplomats during the annual session of China's top advisory body, the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).
He acknowledged that talks between the USA and Russia to resolve the crisis are underway. Still, he stressed that any peace process must involve the recognition and participation of all interested parties, including European countries.
Various proposed solutions should be subject to equal discussion, rather than being dictated by a select few – he emphasised.
