China and the Ukraine war: The real reason for Beijing's charm offensive

The West may come away unimpressed - but convincing them was never likely the main goal for Beijing.

  Historically, China has maintained a neutral stance towards the conflict in Ukraine and has not taken sides. China has also emphasized the importance of respecting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. 

 However, China has been involved in economic relations with both Ukraine and Russia, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine could have implications for China's economic interests. For example, China has invested in infrastructure projects in Ukraine, including a major port project in the Black Sea, which could be affected by the conflict. 

 In recent years, China has also been expanding its influence in the region through its Belt and Road Initiative, which aims to promote economic connectivity and infrastructure development in Asia and beyond. China has been building ties with Ukraine and other countries in the region through the initiative, which could potentially give China greater influence in the region. 

 It's worth noting that China has been involved in other conflicts in the region as well, such as the ongoing conflict in Syria. China has emphasized its commitment to a peaceful resolution of conflicts and has called for international cooperation to address global security issues.