China and New Zealand are poised to deepen their ties, aiming to elevate their comprehensive strategic partnership, according to Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Speaking at a welcome banquet in Auckland alongside New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Li emphasized China's commitment to upholding common values and nurturing their long-standing friendship.
The Premier outlined plans for expanded collaboration in key sectors such as biomedicine, agriculture, food technology, new energy, and the digital economy. He highlighted China's sustained economic recovery this year, noting that the positive trajectory is expected to continue in the long run.
Premier Li also stressed China's readiness to collaborate on multilateral initiatives, contributing to peace and development in the Asia-Pacific region and globally. \\"China is willing to share opportunities with other countries to achieve common development,\\" he stated.
Prime Minister Luxon echoed these sentiments, describing New Zealand-China relations as vital to New Zealand's external affairs. He pledged to prioritize this partnership, focusing on enhanced cooperation in economy and trade, agriculture, intellectual property, education, and tourism. Additionally, Luxon emphasized joint efforts to protect the environment and tackle global challenges such as climate change.
This strategic move signifies a mutual commitment to fostering sustainable growth and addressing shared challenges, reinforcing the bond between the two nations.
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