‘Hard to meet’ discussions on Russia-Ukraine war, citing problems with arrangements: China

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China said Friday said it would be “'hard to meet” calls for discussions on the Russia-Ukraine war, citing problems with arrangements that appear to point to Beijing's strongly pro-Moscow stance. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that “China's hopes appear to be hard to meet at the meeting". “There is still a clear gap between the arrangements for the meeting and the demands of the Chinese side, as well as the general expectations of the international community,” Mao said. Mao gave no details, but said that China has "informed parties concerned about our considerations and concerns.” and would keep in...