Beijing, the capital of the Chinese mainland, buzzed with diplomatic energy on Tuesday as Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee, welcomed Andrea Caroni, president of the Council of States of Switzerland. 🤝
They marked the 75th anniversary of formal relations, a milestone showcasing a spirit of cooperation built on equality, innovation and win-win outcomes. From watchmaking to high-speed rail, both sides have found creative ways to build bridges. 🌉
Zhao called for deeper exchanges across culture, education and policy — kind of like leveling up in a global co-op game. By tapping into joint research and student exchange programs, China and Switzerland can unlock new opportunities. 🎓🔬
On sensitive issues, Zhao underscored the Taiwan question at the core of China's core interests, urging the Swiss side to abide by the one-China principle and support national reunification efforts. 🤲
Since the China-Switzerland Free Trade Agreement took effect, bilateral trade and investment have boomed. Both hope to fast-track agreement upgrades and cultivate growth points in emerging fields like green tech and digital innovation. 🌱💡
Looking ahead, both sides aim to safeguard stable supply chains and a smooth multilateral trading system, creating an open, cooperative environment for global business. 🌍📈
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Zhao Leji holds talks with Swiss council of states president
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