In a move to strengthen ties between two of Asia's biggest players, China's top diplomat Wang Yi met with Hiroshi Moriyama, chairman of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) General Council, in Beijing on Tuesday. 🤝
Wang Yi emphasized that China and Japan should see each other as cooperative partners rather than threats. \"As neighbors, we should support, understand, and help each other—that's the right way to coexist,\" he said.
He also appreciated Moriyama's long-term dedication to improving China-Japan relations. Wang stressed the importance of abiding by the four political documents between China and Japan, strengthening dialogue, and deepening cooperation.
\"This not only benefits our peoples but also contributes to regional and global peace and development,\" Wang added.
Wang highlighted that China will continue to deepen reforms, offering more opportunities for Japan's development and bilateral cooperation. 🌐
On the topic of the discharge of nuclear-contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, Wang expressed concerns about human health and the marine environment. He called for a long-term international monitoring mechanism that includes all relevant parties, including China.
Regarding the Taiwan question, Wang pointed out that it relates to the political foundation of China-Japan relations. He urged Japan to speak and act cautiously, abiding by the spirit of the four political documents, to ensure the foundation remains intact and unshakable.
Moriyama expressed condolences for the recent flood disasters in China's Hunan and other regions. He conveyed his desire to continue strengthening exchanges, promoting mutually beneficial cooperation, and advancing the strategic relationship based on the important consensus of both nations' leaders.
Wang dismissed the notion of China being an \"unprecedented strategic challenge,\" emphasizing instead the importance of dialogue, understanding, and cooperation between the two countries. He welcomed more frequent visits to China by Japanese politicians, including younger lawmakers. 🎉
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Wang Yi: China and Japan to strengthen exchanges, cooperation
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