'Hard to meet' discussions on Russia-Ukraine war, citing problems with arrangements: China

China said Friday said it would be "’hard to meet" calls for discussions on the Russia-Ukraine war, citing problems with arrangements that appear to point to Beijing’s strongly pro-Moscow stance. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that "China’s hopes appear to be hard to meet at the meeting”. "There is still a clear gap between the arrangements for the meeting and the demands of the Chinese side, as well as the general expectations of the international community," Mao said. Mao gave no details, but said that China has “informed parties concerned about our considerations and concerns." and would keep in…