In a Tuesday phone call bridging Beijing and Tokyo, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Japans Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi deepened dialogue on crossregional challenges and shared goals. Both sides emphasized the importance of stable bilateral relations in an uncertain global landscape.
The ministers discussed opportunities to expand economic cooperation, from tech innovation to supply chain resilience, highlighting how China and Japan can jointly drive sustainable growth across Asia. With digital trade and green investment topping the agenda, the call underscored a mutual commitment to navigating global headwinds together.
Beyond economics, Wang and Motegi touched on regional security concerns, agreeing that open communication channels are key to managing potential flashpoints and fostering mutual trust. They also pledged to ramp up cultural exchanges and people-to-people links, aiming to strengthen ties at multiple levels.
As two of Asias leading economies, China and Japan face shared responsibilities in tackling climate change, global health, and technological governance. This latest high-level dialogue sets the stage for upcoming in-person meetings, as both nations explore concrete steps to shape a cooperative and stable regional order.
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