China’s diplomatic coup in brokering an agreement between Saudi Arab & Iran, was a step that swept China upwards in stature. The agreement is a game changer. Though France is an ally to Ukraine, and has already sent 18 Caesar howitzers to Ukraine, Defence Minister Lecornu stated its for defending Ukraine only. However, France wants the war to end in Ukraine. The main purpose of the visit was to ask Xi Jinping to impress upon Moscow the need to put an end to what seems to be a long-drawn-out war. Both Macron & Biden had agreed on a telephone exchange to seek Beijing’s help in achieving Moscow’s withdrawal from Kyiv. Four killed in firing at Indian military station in Bathinda Punjab, shooters at large AJK Supreme Court dismisses ex-PM Tanveer Ilyas’ appeal For more such Opinions click here. Interestingly, though China claims neutrality in this conflict- it has strengthened its relationship with Kremlin in 2022 besides a state visit by Xi Jinping to Moscow not very long ago. Beijing had already sent out a paper, laying out 12 points, calling for a ceasefire between Moscow & Kyiv. The points included end of sanctions against Russia by the western nations, setting … Continue reading Why did Macron visit China?