Wang Yi meets Canadian FM on ties

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday met with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that China-Canada relations have experienced ups and downs in recent years, noting that there are no territorial disputes or geopolitical conflicts between the two countries, and they can become partners that achieve mutual success.

Noting that this year marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Canada, as well as the 20th anniversary of the establishment of their strategic partnership, Wang said that it is an important opportunity to reflect on the past and think about the future.

China and Canada should further implement the important consensus reached by leaders of the two countries, adopting a more objective and rational attitude towards each other and strengthening cooperation with a more positive and open spirit, said Wang, adding China hopes Canada will provide a favorable business environment for Chinese companies to invest and operate.

Wang said that the United States is abusing tariffs, undermining the international economic and trade order, and dragging down global economic growth, even imposing high tariffs on small and poor countries. In contrast, China upholds multilateralism and free trade, actively offering zero tariffs to the least developed countries and promoting the common modernization of all countries by sharing development opportunities.

In the face of a complex international situation, the Chinese foreign minister called for countries to adhere to an international order based on the UN Charter, uphold the principle of equality among nations regardless of size, respect non-interference in internal affairs, and promote peaceful coexistence among countries.

For her part, Anand said Canada values its relationship with China, noting the Canadian side is willing to maintain contact and engage in open communication with China, adopting a pragmatic and constructive attitude to accelerate the restoration of exchanges and cooperation in various fields, including trade, health, and culture.

Wang Yi meets Canadian FM on ties

Wang Yi meets Canadian FM on ties

Wang Yi meets Canadian FM on ties

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday that Seoul firmly adheres to the one-China principle, in comments made ahead of his upcoming state visit to China.

The remarks were made in an interview with China Media Group (CMG). The visit is scheduled for Jan 4–7.

"The consensus reached between governments of the Republic of Korea and China when diplomatic relations were established continues to be the fundamental principle governing our relations, and its effectiveness remains steadfast. I want to clearly state that the ROK has always adhered to the one-China principle. Maintaining peace and stability in regional matters, including in Northeast Asia and concerning the Taiwan issue, holds significant importance to us," said Lee.

"The foundational relationship between the ROK and China was established on a very principled and fundamental basis from the beginning. It is clear that the ROK government has always adhered to this position and has never wavered from it. I believe that the sound development of ROK-China relations depends on both sides fully respecting each other's core interests and being mutually tolerant of each other's positions. In this context, we will, as always, uphold the one-China principle as the Taiwan issue is China's most fundamental concern," he said.

ROK president reiterates firm adherence to one-China principle