In a significant move towards strengthening international alliances, the Chinese premier and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced the establishment of an \"all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership for the new era\" on Thursday.
The joint statement highlighted their commitment to leveraging both bilateral and multilateral platforms for regular leadership meetings, aiming to provide strategic guidance for their nations' future collaborations.
Central to this partnership is the continued collaboration within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Both countries acknowledged the positive impact of the BRI on their economic development and the improved livelihoods of their citizens.
To further enrich this strategic alliance, China and Hungary plan to synchronize the BRI with Hungary's \"Eastern Opening\" policy. A key project under this initiative is the Hungary-Serbia Railway, which promises to enhance connectivity in Central and Eastern Europe.
Additionally, both nations expressed their support for the development of the China-Europe Land-Sea Express Line, aiming to bolster trade and connectivity between China and Hungary. The partnership also focuses on expanding economic, trade, and investment cooperation, particularly in the agricultural sector. Plans include widening market access, promoting small and innovative projects, and advancing joint research in animal health and agricultural processing technologies.
Reaffirming their dedication to global peace and security, China and Hungary pledged to uphold the international system centered around the United Nations, advocating for a just and equitable international order based on international law and the principles of the UN Charter.
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