China set to maintain close contact with Russia on Ukraine: Beijing

Beijing, April 15 (UNI/Sputnik) Beijing is ready to maintain close contact with Moscow on resolving the Ukrainian conflict, Li Zhanshu, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China, said on Friday.
“We have seen that progress had been made in the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, but disagreements have yet to be completely resolved… We are ready to remain in close contact on the issue with our Russian colleagues,” Li told a virtual meeting with Russian Upper House Speaker Valentina Matvienko.
He added that it is important to adhere to the fundamental principles and norms of the UN Charter to resolve the crisis in Ukraine.
“Given the legitimate security concerns of all countries, including those involved, it is important to resolve all disputes peacefully, through a dialogue and negotiations,” he said.
Li noted that “China is always committed to advancing the negotiation process on the Ukrainian crisis on the basis of justice.”