China has no plans to deploy peacekeepers in Ukraine — Foreign Ministry

China does not intend to deploy a military contingent in Ukraine as part of security guarantees, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian said at a briefing, commenting on a report by Die Welt newspaper, Report informs via TASS.

"This information is false. China’s stance on the Ukrainian issue is clear and consistent," the diplomat noted.

Earlier, Die Welt, citing sources, reported that the Chinese side was prepared to deploy its military contingent in Ukraine within the framework of a peacekeeping mission.