As the US forsakes its role as a trustworthy arbiter in Ukraine, China can help address Europe’s security and development needs.
If there was any doubt about where the US stands on Ukraine after its UN vote against a resolution condemning Russia on February 24, it was dispelled by the stand-off between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House just days later, further confirmed by the suspension of military aid and intelligence support.
Now that the US has disqualified itself, the role of peacemaker has fallen on the shoulders of a European “coalition of the willing” – led by France and the UK. European powers recognise their responsibilities for Ukraine’s predicament.
