China's Xi-We Will Not 'Pour Oil On Fire' Of Ukraine Crisis

(MNI) London-William Yang at DW News relays comments attributed to President Xi Jinping by Chinese state outlet CCTV. Select comments below: "Xi: China's will to develop China-Ukraine relations is consistent and clear. No matter how the international storm changes, China is willing to work with the Ukrainian side to move forward the mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries."

• "China is not the creator of the crisis in Ukraine, nor is it a party to it. As a permanent member of the UN Security Council and a responsible power, we will neither watch the fire from the other side of the river nor pour oil on the fire, nor will we take advantage of the opportunity to make profits."
• "What China is doing is open and above board. Dialogue and negotiation are the only viable way out. There is no winner in a nuclear war. All parties concerned should remain calm and restrained in dealing with the nuclear issue, and truly look at the future and destiny of themselves and all mankind, and work together to manage the crisis."
• "Now that rational thinking and voices are increasing, all parties should seize the opportunity to accumulate favorable conditions for a political solution to the crisis. We hope that all parties will reflect deeply on the crisis in Ukraine and, through dialogue, seek a common way for the long-term stability of Europe."
• "China has already provided several batches of humanitarian aid to Ukraine and is willing to continue to provide assistance within its capabilities."