During a meeting in Beijing, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz conveyed concerns to Chinese leader Xi Jinping regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing the threat it poses to global security. Scholz highlighted the potential use of nuclear weapons in the conflict and stressed the impact on Germany's 'core interests' due to disruptions in energy, food supplies, and trade.
While China has refrained from criticizing Russia's actions and maintained ties with Moscow, Scholz urged for greater pressure on Russia to resolve the conflict peacefully. He underscored that Russia's actions violate international principles and the United Nations Charter.
