In a lively phone chat on Tuesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized China's solid support for European integration and the European Union's (EU) quest for strategic autonomy. 📞✨
Xi told European Council President Antonio Costa that China has always seen Europe as a key player in a multipolar world. 🌍💪 He highlighted that when China and the EU treat each other with mutual respect, equality, and open dialogue, both sides can achieve amazing things together! 🤝🚀
According to Xi, there's no fundamental clash or geopolitical rivalry between China and the EU. Instead, they're partners who can help each other succeed. Isn't that awesome? 🌟😊
He also mentioned that China is sticking to high-quality development and opening up at a higher level, which means new opportunities for China-EU cooperation are on the horizon! 🌠✨
This year marks the big 5️⃣0️⃣ – the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and the EU! Xi suggested it's the perfect time to deepen cultural and people-to-people exchanges. 🎊🌐
On the other end of the line, Costa expressed that the EU is keen to work with China to tackle economic and trade differences through dialogue and consultation. 🗣️🤔
Costa added that the EU is ready to celebrate the golden anniversary, strengthen dialogue and cooperation, and build a brighter future for China-EU relations. Let's pave the way together! 🌅🌈
Reference(s):
Xi says China supports European integration, EU strategic autonomy
cgtn.com
