"Chinese friends have repeatedly, publicly and at various levels stated their clear understanding of who is the real instigator of the conflict in Ukraine and who is continuously adding fuel to the fire, hindering efforts to find a peaceful settlement. And this is not an abstract position," Morgulov said.
He noted that "in practical terms, it is expressed in the refusal to participate in quasi-peace conferences organized by Kiev and its Western patrons, organized solely to push through their 'peace formula' ultimatum, attempts to implement which can only lead to an escalation of confrontation."
Russia and China celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations on October 2. The Soviet Union became the first country to recognize the People's Republic of China the very next day after its proclamation.