Beijing, 2 April 2024 (TDI): Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi strengthens strategic partnerships for global stability. He and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Stephane Sejourne announced a commitment to enhance bilateral relations during their talks in Beijing on Monday.
Minister Wang emphasized the importance of promoting communication, coordination and exchanges. He laid stress on cooperation between China and France to build a relationship of greater strategic stability and vision.
Both countries, are known for their independent spirit, and aim to play a leading role. They aim to boost international solidarity, innovation, development, openness, win-win results, and dialogue among civilizations.
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Highlighting the significance of this year, which marks the 60th anniversary of bilateral ties, Minister Wang expressed China’s willingness to solidify and energize the comprehensive strategic partnership with France. This partnership is guided by the strategic consensus reached by the leaders of both nations.
Minister Wang also emphasized China’s commitment to leading the sound and steady development of China-EU relations. He injected stability into a world facing frequent upheavals.
Multilateral cooperation and future initiatives
China focuses on developing multilateral cooperation, cultivating new productive forces, and promoting high-quality development for the future. China’s opening up will bring opportunities to France and the world, revitalizing China-France relations.
Additionally, Minister Wang urged the French side to address China’s legitimate concerns and provide a fair, nondiscriminatory business environment for Chinese companies.
Activities related to the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism are progressing smoothly. China is hoping for more convenience for Chinese citizens visiting France.
Minister Sejourne reaffirmed France’s commitment to its relations with China. He upholds the one-China policy firmly. France looks forward to celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties and strengthening people-to-people exchanges.
It also aims to enhance cooperation in various fields such as the economy, trade, agriculture, green development, and artificial intelligence.
Both sides also discussed international and regional issues of common concern, including the Ukraine crisis and the Palestine-Israel conflict, emphasizing strategic communication and multilateral coordination as key aspects of China-France cooperation.
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