In a bid to boost their relationship, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Canadian counterpart Mélanie Joly on Friday in Lima, Peru's vibrant capital. 🌎
Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted the progress made during Joly's recent visit to China. The two nations engaged in deep conversations aiming to improve and develop China-Canada relations, sending positive vibes worldwide. ✨
But let's be real—relationships aren't always smooth sailing. Wang acknowledged that their ties have faced some bumps along the way. He emphasized the need for both sides to keep the conversation going, handle differences the right way, and keep the momentum rolling. 🔄
Wang pointed out that China and Canada have different political systems—choices rooted in each country's unique history and culture. He stressed the importance of mutual respect and the pursuit of win-win outcomes. After all, they share a ton of common interests without major conflicts. 🤝
He also touched on trade, expressing concerns over Canada's high tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. Wang called for Canada to play fair and lift these restrictions, aligning with World Trade Organization rules. 🚗🌐
The Taiwan question came up, too. Wang emphasized that it concerns China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, urging Canada to fully grasp its sensitivity and adhere to the one-China principle. 🇨🇳
On the flip side, Joly was all about making things better. She called her visit to China a positive move that helped steer their relationship back on track. The increase in direct flights and other cooperation has been a win for people in both countries. ✈️
Canada is sticking to the one-China policy and is all-in on promoting better relations with China. Joly expressed Canada's willingness to keep up high-level exchanges, tackle differences head-on, and team up in international settings like the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. Together, they're looking to take on global challenges. 🌍🌱
Seems like China and Canada are hitting the reset button, aiming for a future that's brighter together. Stay tuned! 🔮
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
