In a videoconference with Frenchman Macron and German Scholz, Chinese President Xi calls for "maximum restraint" in Ukraine.
In his first interview with Western leaders since the start of the crisis, Xi says China "deeply deplores" the war and advocates respect for the "sovereignty and integrity of all countries", but also "legitimate security concerns" .
"All efforts for a peaceful solution should be supported", he adds, rejecting the sanctions "which will have a negative impact", because they are "harmful to all parties".
China appreciates the mediation efforts made by France and Germany in the crisis in Ukraine and says it is willing to maintain coordination with the two countries plus the European Union.
This was stated by President Xi Jinping in the video interview he had with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
China, Xi added in the CCTV report, is willing to play an "active role" with the international community according to the needs of all parties.
Xi also appreciated the commitment of France and Germany in protecting Europe's interests, inviting them to "consider its lasting security" by joining "strategic independence" and promoting "the construction of a European security framework. balanced, effective and sustainable ".