China has reached consensuses with South Africa and Cambodia over the situation in Ukraine, as leaders from the three nations stressed the need to support Russia and Ukraine in solving their disputes through dialogue and negotiations.

During a phone call on Friday, President Xi Jinping and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said the two nations shared very similar positions over the Ukraine issue and that sovereign nations have rights to decide on their positions independently.

The two leaders agreed to support Russia and Ukraine in keeping up the momentum of peace talks, adding that they will step up dialogue and coordination over the issue.

Xi also spoke over the phone with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen on Friday, and the two leaders highlighted the need to uphold a balanced and fair position and maintain proactive efforts toward peace and dialogue.