The Russian invasion of Ukraine, China’s role and tension in Taiwan, as well as hostilities in Sudan, were the topics that dominated yesterday’s telephone conversation between US President Joe Biden and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron.

“At a time when Ukraine continues to be a victim of Russian aggression, the two presidents exchanged views on recent developments on the battlefield, as well as on the support provided to the Ukrainian armed forces. They reaffirmed their determination to continue this support in the long term.” “, says a statement from the French presidency.

Biden and Macron agreed that it is important for China to contribute to ending the conflict in Ukraine, the same statement underlined.

The French president briefed his American counterpart on the contacts he had during his recent trip to China, underlining the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, the White House said in a statement.

The two leaders also discussed the chaotic situation in Sudan and did not hide their concern about the developments in the African country.