The Financial Times columnist Gideon Rahman says China can play a decisive role in ending the Ukraine conflict. He notes that for various reasons, Ukraine, Russia, the United States, Europe and China itself are potentially interested in Beijing's participation in resolving the conflict.
Rahman adds that at the same time, the "unlimited" partnership with Russia has convinced many Europeans that Beijing is now also a threat. "The best way for Beijing to restore its reputation in Europe is to play a visible and positive role," he says.