The main topic of conversation, Stubb wrote, was Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine.
"I noted that Russia's invasion of Ukraine undermines Europe's security," he emphasized. China should not supply weapons or components necessary for their production, allowing Russia to continue the war, added the President of Finland.
I met today with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Finland values stable and constructive relations with China.
A key topic in our discussions was Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine. I pointed out that Russia's invasion of Ukraine disrupts Europe's security. China should not… pic.twitter.com/vQ5Lg9FNYW
Associated Press notes that the conversation between Stubb and Xi Jinping lasted over three hours. The transfer of North Korean troops to Russia represents an escalation of the war, which contradicts China's position regarding this conflict, the President of Finland emphasized after the talks.
The Chinese agency Xinhua reported that the parties conducted a "thorough exchange of views" on issues related to the war in Ukraine and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. "Xi Jinping outlined China's principled position in detail and expressed readiness to cooperate with relevant parties, including Finland, to continue playing a positive role in promoting a peaceful resolution of the crisis," the state media wrote.
Stubb is in China on an official visit for the second day. He discussed the war against Ukraine during his visit with the Vice President of China Han Zheng, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Zhao Leji.
On Tuesday, I participated in the China-Finland Committee for Innovative Business Cooperation along with China Vice President Han Zheng.
And I also met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, Zhao Leji.