On March 11, 2024, Special Representative of the Chinese Government on Eurasian Affairs Li Hui held talks with Deputy Director General for Political Affairs and Security of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France Jonathan Lacôte in Paris, and they had an extensive exchange of views on China-France relations, the Ukraine crisis, as well as other topics of mutual interest and concern. Chargé d'affaires a.i. of the Chinese Embassy in France Chen Dong was present.

Li Hui briefed on the current round of shuttle diplomacy, saying that the most urgent task now is to cool down the situation and find a way out for a ceasefire and an end to the fighting as soon as possible. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France. As independent major countries with global influence, the two countries should strengthen dialogue and cooperation, and work together to shape a peaceful, stable, equal and orderly multipolar world. China is ready to continue to maintain close communication with France on the Ukraine crisis.

Jonathan Lacôte appreciated China's efforts in mediating the Ukraine crisis, and thanked Special Representative Li Hui for his briefing on the current round of shuttle diplomacy. He said that the Ukraine crisis has brought an impact on the security of Europe and the international order, and that France and China, as permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, have greater responsibility and obligation to jointly promote the proper resolution of the crisis. The French side is ready to continue to maintain communication with the Chinese side at all levels in this regard.