China and the European Union are doubling down on collaboration to promote global stability and multilateralism, marking a milestone in their diplomatic partnership. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the shared priorities between both sides during talks with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas at the Munich Security Conference this weekend.
\"There is no fundamental conflict of interest or geopolitical conflicts between China and the EU,\" said Wang, highlighting their alignment on issues like supporting the United Nations' role and resolving international disputes through dialogue. The two powers also reaffirmed opposition to \"unilateral bullying,\" a nod to growing concerns about global polarization.
With 2024 marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, Wang proposed organizing joint anniversary events and preparing for upcoming leadership meetings to \"plan a new blueprint\" for future cooperation. Both sides specifically noted climate action as a key area for collaboration, with Kallas acknowledging China\u2019s role in advancing green initiatives.
The EU diplomat confirmed plans to co-host celebratory activities while strengthening communication channels. This comes as businesses and policymakers across G20 nations increasingly view China-EU coordination as critical for addressing supply chain resilience and sustainable development goals.
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