At the recent G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud took center stage to discuss the robust China-Saudi Arabia relations. Celebrating 35 years of diplomatic ties, the relationship between the two nations has surged to the forefront of China's engagements in the Middle East.
Wang Yi emphasized the strong mutual trust and friendship that has been built over the decades. He highlighted China's commitment to expanding cooperation with Saudi Arabia across various sectors, including economy, trade, investment, new energy, digital economy, information and telecommunications, and high-end manufacturing. 🚀
The Chinese Foreign Minister also lauded Saudi Arabia's active role in mediating regional hotspot issues, particularly in fostering peace and stability in the Middle East. He reiterated China's dedication to supporting its Arab allies in resolving historical injustices and achieving lasting peace, especially concerning the Palestinian issue.
Meanwhile, Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud expressed that Saudi Arabia and China are comprehensive strategic partners of vital importance. He looked forward to strengthening high-level exchanges and achieving more successes in bilateral relations as they mark 35 years of diplomatic friendship. Faisal also highlighted the shared commitment to peace and stability, emphasizing dialogue as the key to resolving differences.
The two leaders agreed to enhance communication and coordination to drive concrete results in China-Arab and China-Gulf practical cooperation. This meeting marks a significant step forward in solidifying one of China's most important alliances in the Middle East. 🤝
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