Xi Jinping expressed hope for dialogue in the Ukrainian crisis.

Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed hope that the parties involved in the Ukrainian conflict will maintain rationality and restraint and hold a comprehensive dialogue, China Central Television reports.

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The Chinese leader made the corresponding statement on Wednesday during a meeting with Dmitry Medvedev, chairman of the Russian United Russia party, deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council, at the Diaoyutai state residence in Beijing.

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“With regard to the Ukrainian crisis, China has always determined its position and policy based on facts, upheld an objective and fair position, actively insisted on reconciliation and negotiations. I hope that the parties concerned will maintain rationality and restraint, hold a comprehensive dialogue, and resolve their security concerns,” Xi Jinping said.