Beijing, China - China on Monday called on "all parties" involved in peace talks in Washington DC to find an agreement on the Ukraine conflict "as soon as possible."

President Donald Trump is hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the US capital for talks on Monday, after declaring that the US will not allow Kyiv to reclaim Crimea or enter NATO.

Zelensky, who has repeatedly rejected territorial concessions, is expected to meet with Trump one-on-one before being joined by a cohort of European leaders, including European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen.

"We hope that all parties and stakeholders will participate in the peace talks in a timely manner and reach a fair, lasting, binding and acceptable peace agreement to all parties as soon as possible," China's foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told a daily press conference.

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Monday's meeting follows a summit between Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin in Alaska last Friday, which failed to yield a ceasefire deal.

"China supports all efforts conducive to the peaceful settlement of the crisis," Mao said when asked about the meeting.

She said that China, "Is glad to see Russia and the United States maintain contact, improve their relations and promote a political settlement process of the Ukraine crisis."

Zelensky on Monday announced that he had arrived in Washington DC for talks with Trump and European leaders, and indicated hope that the war can be ended soon.

"We all share a strong desire to end this war quickly and reliably. And peace must be lasting," he said. "I am confident that we will defend Ukraine, effectively guarantee security."

"Our people will always be grateful to President Trump, everyone in America, and every partner and ally for their support and invaluable assistance."