Russian Diplomat in China Clashes With Western Counterparts on Ukraine

A Russian diplomat in China clashed with his Western counterparts over the Ukraine war and China’s stance on the issue at a public forum Monday in Beijing. It was a rare occasion for representatives of the major world powers to exchange views on stage.

Andrey Denisov, Russian ambassador to China, called China’s position in the Russia-Ukraine conflict “reasonable and balanced” and said China could be a “facilitator” to resolve the situation with a constructive approach and understanding of historical factors.