Moscow has floated the possibility of a trilateral meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping to address the war in Ukraine, according to reporting by Times of India — Top Stories.
The proposed discussions would center on finding a resolution to the ongoing conflict. Russian officials indicated that the high-level talks could take place in China next month on the sidelines of the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
Trilateral Summit Proposal in China
The suggestion of direct engagement among the leaders of the United States, Russia, and China marks a significant potential shift in diplomatic efforts surrounding the war. With China set to host the gathering of regional leaders, the APEC summit serves as the proposed backdrop for the three heads of state to convene and review pathways toward ending hostilities.
Details regarding formal preparations, an official agenda, or whether Washington and Beijing have agreed to the format have not been confirmed beyond the initial proposal highlighted by Moscow.
Ukraine Raises Objections Over Exclusion
The prospect of three-way talks without Kyiv has prompted immediate pushback from Ukrainian leadership. Ukraine has voiced strong concerns about being sidelined from negotiations that directly determine its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Ukrainian officials warned that excluding their government from peace discussions could backfire strategically. According to Kyiv, leaving Ukraine out of such high-level diplomatic talks risks emboldening Vladimir Putin, potentially giving the Russian leader an incentive to prolong the war rather than seek an equitable peace.
