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In a series of developments regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Beijing's role has been highlighted as potentially pivotal in bringing about peace. China's Xi Jinping, during an upcoming visit to France, is expected to advocate for Moscow's participation at Ukraine's Global Peace Summit through discussions with Emmanuel Macron. This move, however, has been met with resistance from Kyiv, which opposes Russia's involvement in the peace summit. Meanwhile, Ukraine's top diplomat has acknowledged China's 'great potential' to help end the war, emphasizing the special relationship between Beijing and Moscow, as well as the trust between Beijing and Kyiv. Amid these diplomatic maneuvers, the Kremlin has criticized Western pressure on Chinese banks over Russia payments, describing it as unprecedented. The Presidential Chief of Staff of Ukraine expressed 'cautious hope' that China will participate in the Peace Summit in Switzerland, highlighting the unprecedented pressure from the US and EU.
