Exploring China's Role in Resolving Ukraine Conflict with U.S. and Allies

The US and European officials are considering China's potential role in ending the Ukraine war, which marks a shift in Western thinking. Some officials believe that Ukraine's planned spring offensive could lead to negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow by the end of the year, and China could help bring Russia to the table. The US has been skeptical of any involvement for Beijing given China's longstanding support for Moscow, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed cautious optimism recently that Beijing could help defuse the conflict.