In a recent meeting, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi described China-Slovenia relations as entering a \"stable and mature\" stage 🌟. Wang Yi met with Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon, who is on an official visit to China.
Wang Yi highlighted that over 30 years of development, both countries have cultivated a strong bond 🤝. Despite differences in social systems and cultures, China and Slovenia have built mutual understanding, respect, and appreciation, fostering a friendly relationship between their peoples.
He appreciated Slovenia's support for China's core interests and adherence to the one-China principle. Wang Yi emphasized that China supports Slovenia's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, respecting its chosen development path 🛤️.
Amid a turbulent international scene 🌍, Wang Yi expressed China's readiness to enhance mutual trust with Slovenia, advocating true multilateralism together. He congratulated Slovenia on being elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2024-2025 and looked forward to collaborating in global governance.
Wang Yi also reiterated China's stance against attempts to \"de-China\" in the guise of \"de-risking.\" He called for joint efforts to safeguard free trade, oppose protectionism, and expand mutually beneficial cooperation. He hoped Slovenia would provide fair and non-discriminatory treatment to Chinese businesses, welcoming Slovenian companies to invest and operate in China 🚀.
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Wang Yi says China-Slovenia relations at 'stable and mature' stage
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