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Source- This post on Ukraine Peace Summit is based on the article “Ukraine peace summit ends with hope” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024.
Why in the News?
The two-day Ukraine Peace Summit ended recently.
About Ukraine Peace Summit
| Aspects | Description |
| About | This summit underscores the international community’s efforts to find a resolution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with a focus on humanitarian issues and global security. |
| Held at | It was held at the Bürgenstock resort, Switzerland. |
| Participants | It was attended by 100 delegations, including 80 countries and four organizations. |
| Focus | It focuses on nuclear safety, global food security, and humanitarian issues. |
| Non-Signatories | India did not sign the document; Brazil attended as an observer. |
| Highlights of the declaration | 1. The declaration condemned the Russian Federation’s war against Ukraine for causing large-scale human suffering and global crises. 2. Humanitarian Demands include release of all prisoners of war and return of deported and unlawfully displaced Ukrainian children and civilians. |
| Challenges and Criticisms | 1. Russia’s Absence: Russia was not invited, raising questions about the summit’s effectiveness. The host, Switzerland, adheres to the Rome Statute, which could have led to Putin’s arrest if he attended. 2. China’s Position: China’s absence was noted as problematic, with calls for China to leverage its influence over Russia to help end the conflict. |
UPSC Syllabus: International relations
