Russia Ukraine war, page-220901

I do and I've mentioned it here many times (Tibet) .
but no trade possible seeing as different countries involved - if putin DID actually take Ukraine he'd never give it up just because Xi said to .

but you have highlighted the issues and at least part of Chinas interest in this war .
so far the lack of success of russia over too long a time would not have encouraged Xi to attempt same on Taiwan (and over water too).

Nor would the success of the drone boats , or the much stronger reacton of the west .
I'm not suggesting Xi is giving up but will take time to re-evaluate significance of new technology of warfare and changed global politcal climate and see what is possible and how it could be acheived .