In a recent high-level phone call, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic adviser to the French president, underscored the vital role of dialogue in resolving economic disputes. Amid rising global uncertainty, both sides stressed the need to strengthen strategic coordination and oppose trade wars to ensure the stability of global trade and supply chains.
Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that as permanent members of the UN Security Council and comprehensive strategic partners, China and France share a responsibility to uphold multilateralism. He called for enhanced consultation to address economic frictions and promote balanced economic relations, particularly with the EU.
Emmanuel Bonne echoed these sentiments, affirming France's commitment to maintaining close communication with China and addressing challenges through peaceful dialogue rather than unilateral measures. Both parties agreed that resolving economic disputes and geopolitical issues—inclusive of the Ukraine crisis and the Iran nuclear matter—requires inclusive and respectful negotiations that honor the will of all involved.
This exchange highlights a shared vision for using dialogue and multilateral cooperation as key tools in navigating a complex global economic landscape, fostering resilience and stability in international trade relations.
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China, France pledge to resolve economic disputes through dialogue
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