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Does Beijing really want an end to the war in Ukraine?

Observador30 August 2026 at 10:56

Liliana Reis analyses China's position regarding the war in Ukraine, questioning whether Beijing really wants the end of the conflict.

According to the analyst, China has no interest in a quick end to the war. The prolongation of the conflict in Ukraine wears down the military power of Western countries, which represents a strategic advantage for Beijing.

Furthermore, the war strengthens Russia's dependence on China, consolidating the alliance between the two countries and increasing China's influence over Moscow.

This analysis suggests that China may be strategically benefiting from the prolongation of the war, which raises doubts about the sincerity of its peace proposals.

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