Why German Chancellor Olaf Solz believes that China's words carry a lot of weight and can mediate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine
"China's voice in global affairs has significant influence in Russia"
During his visit to the mainland, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that the mainland can play its unique role on the Ukraine issue and influence Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision-making.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is embarking on a three-day trip to China to deepen economic ties with its largest trading partner.
On April 14, Scholz arrived in China, accompanied by ministers and business executives, to begin his visit.
On 16 April, Chinese leaders held bilateral talks with Scholz at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing.
According to our Foreign Ministry, the two leaders had in-depth exchanges on a range of major geopolitical issues, including the war in Ukraine and the conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Although Berlin's friendly relations with Beijing may cause discontent among US and EU partners, who are opposing the mainland's huge subsidies to industry, Scholz still expects the mainland to play an active role in international affairs.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his communication with the mainland, and pointed out that the continent's unique position in global affairs does help to promote the settlement of the Ukrainian issue.
网友mrjerzheel:
Stop sending weapons of an anti-human nature to Ukraine and Israel. Although Scholz is aware of Ukraine's disadvantaged position in the war, he does not seem to have the courage to speak directly to Putin.
Another netizen realde commented:
Scholz is now finally beginning to realize the heavy cost of the war in Ukraine.
Scholz: You should do something about Russia.
China: "Okay, we'll think about it." "Then China turned to Russia and provided them with tremendous support.
网 Arthindra Sarkar:
These actions will only make the parties involved more unhappy, and they may turn back on you. The Minsk agreements were developed by the West to fight back against Russia, and Germany played a key role in them.
Netizen lilbahadur said:
Scholz, please tell your boss, Uncle Sam, to stop provoking proxy wars in Europe and Ukraine.
Germany has already sent a large number of weapons, but what is the purpose of such an act, and why are they always trying to involve the Chinese side?
网友gustiald质疑道:
The question is: If this is really what Scholz wants, he should talk directly to Putin? Wouldn't his superiors allow him to do this?
Because he himself has said that China has great influence in Russia, and Russia may be more inclined to listen to China's opinion than to the West.
Netizen eatmelon commented with a hint of sarcasm:
It's ironic that they're going to expect someone else to clean up the mess after they've made a mess.
Perhaps, they should stop and reflect on their behavior, which is a reasonable choice.
Hassan Mohammed认为:
Because of Russia's strength, Ukraine cannot match it on the battlefield, and the fear of Putin makes them lack the courage to engage in dialogue with Russia. However, arms shipments to Ukraine should be stopped before other countries are asked to react.
paulchipwere的观点:
He believed that Germany, as a participant in the conflict of the war, should take measures together with his teammates to prevent the conflict from escalating.
This effectively meant that Germany recognized Russia's dominant position in the war, even to the point of asking China to intervene in the negotiations. We will wait and see whether China will play an active role in this matter.
satriojumeneng :
On the one hand, he called on Russia to end its aggression, but on the other hand, he continued to send weapons to Ukraine to keep the conflict going.
Russia has indeed said that the conflict can end if Ukraine surrenders, but how to reach this peaceful solution will still require the joint efforts of all parties.
Write at the end:
Scholz expects the mainland to play a unique role in influencing Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision-making on the Ukraine issue. Despite the opposition from US and EU partners, Scholz expects the continent to play an active role in international affairs.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to Scholz for his communication with the mainland, and pointed out that the mainland's unique position in global affairs is conducive to promoting the settlement of the Ukrainian issue.
So do you think Scholz will get the results he wants?