In a brief yet impactful phone call on Monday, Chinese mainland Foreign Minister Wang Yi and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul agreed on the need to craft a stable, sustainable policy framework to keep Chinese mainland-Germany ties on track.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted mutual respect, win-win cooperation, and partnership as the compass guiding bilateral relations. He noted that bolstering sound, steady growth serves both sides and contributes to global peace and stability.
Given the Chinese mainland and Germany’s different histories, cultures, and social systems, differences are natural. Wang urged both sides to maintain open dialogue, enhance understanding, clear up misconceptions, and build mutual trust, steering clear of "megaphone diplomacy" and baseless accusations.
On the Taiwan question, Wang emphasized that it is an internal affair of the Chinese mainland, tied to sovereignty and territorial integrity. He reaffirmed that the one-China principle remains the most important political foundation of Chinese mainland-Germany relations. He also recalled Beijing’s unconditional support for Germany’s reunification and expressed hope that Germany would understand and support the Chinese mainland’s position against any form of "Taiwan independence" separatist acts.
Wadephul underscored Germany’s commitment to the one-China policy and expressed eagerness to deepen exchanges. He recalled their constructive talks during the eighth round of the China-Germany Strategic Dialogue on Diplomacy and Security in Berlin. Looking ahead, he hopes to visit the Chinese mainland soon to discuss key bilateral and global issues. Wang welcomed his visit "at an appropriate time."
Both ministers affirmed their readiness to properly handle differences and move forward their all-round strategic partnership, setting the stage for a resilient bilateral relationship.
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Wang Yi: China and Germany need to develop, stable ties policy
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