Wang Yi meets ROK foreign minister ahead of trilateral talks

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Wang Yi meets ROK foreign minister ahead of trilateral talks

2025-03-21 22:28 Last Updated At：03-22 16:07

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday met with Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Cho Tae-yul in Tokyo, Japan.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, is in Tokyo for the 11th China-Japan-ROK Trilateral Foreign Ministers' Meeting, which will be held on March 22.

During their meeting, Wang underlined the importance of drawing insights from history to guide the strategic partnership between China and ROK towards peaceful and stable development.

"This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Korean Peninsula. It is a year of special significance for both China and the ROK. History is a textbook from which we can continuously draw inspiration and warnings. It illuminates the path ahead and ensures that the China-ROK strategic partnership can develop in the right direction. Moreover, it enables both China and the ROK to make their respective contributions to the peace and stability of the region and the world," said Wang.

Cho expressed the hope that the meeting would explore ways for the ROK-China relationship to play a constructive role in fostering peace and stability in the region.

"As global geopolitical uncertainty continues to deepen, maintaining strategic dialogue between the ROK and China on the Korean Peninsula issue is highly important. I hope this meeting will also explore ways for the ROK-China relationship to contribute to peace and stability in the region, including the Korean Peninsula," said Cho.

China, Japan and South Korea held the tenth trilateral foreign ministers' meeting in Busan, South Korea on November 26, 2023.

Malaysian students in China build bridges for cross-cultural exchange

2025-04-20 20:14 Last Updated At：20:37

An increasing number of Malaysian students are choosing to pursue their academic dreams in China - becoming not just scholars, but also cultural ambassadors who strengthen the bonds between the two nations.

Among them is Dai Zunyu, a Malaysian student currently pursuing her master's degree at the Northwestern Polytechnical University in Xi'an, the capital of northwest China's Shaanxi Province, which also served as the capital of 13 ancient dynasties.

Dai, who began learning Chinese in childhood, says her fascination with the language and culture brought her to China seven years ago, and the journey has been inspiring.

"Xi'an has a history of 3,000 years. So, as soon as I arrived, I went to see the Terracotta Warriors with my family. Over time, my interest expanded from history to geography. Besides Xi'an, I've also visited Shanghai, Nanjing, and Chengdu. For the upcoming Labor Day holiday, I plan to explore Chongqing," Dai said.

Over the years, Dai's Mandarin skills have improved significantly, and her travels across China have deepened her understanding and appreciation of the country's vast landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

As China becomes increasingly prominent on the world stage, it is also attracting more young Malaysians. Dai often finds herself approached by peers eager to learn what it's like to study and live in China.

"I like sharing stories about international student life with them. I believe there are great opportunities for personal development in China, especially in my field, brain-computer interface technology. China is a very excellent place to study this. More importantly, China's global influence and positive image inspire a sense of aspiration among Malaysians, which motivates many to come here," said Dai.

Today, more Malaysian students are choosing China as a destination not only to acquire cutting-edge knowledge but also to engage in meaningful cross-cultural exchange. As they chase their dreams, they are also helping build bridges between people in the two neighboring countries.