In a significant move to bolster international relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto in Beijing on Tuesday. The discussions centered around deepening bilateral cooperation and fostering a healthy, stable relationship between China and the European Union.
The two leaders emphasized the historic elevation of their ties to an all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership, a milestone achieved in May that marks a new era of collaboration. Highlighting Hungary's pioneering role, Wang Yi noted that Hungary was the first European country to sign a cooperation document under China's Belt and Road Initiative, a testament to the fruitful outcomes of their economic partnership based on mutual respect and trust.
Wang expressed optimism about the future, urging new European Union institutions to adopt a cooperative stance towards China. He advocated for an objective view of China's development and a positive, pragmatic policy approach to ensure the sustained and healthy growth of China-EU relations.
Hungarian Minister Szijjarto echoed these sentiments, expressing Hungary's eagerness to expand cooperation across various fields. He emphasized the importance of facilitating personnel exchanges and enhancing the friendship between the peoples of China and Hungary.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to peace and an international system grounded in mutual respect. Szijjarto highlighted Hungary's dedication to advancing the positive development of EU-China relations and its willingness to collaborate with China in promoting global peace and stability.
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