China willing to explore political solution to Ukraine crisis with France, says top diplomat

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CGTN.COM
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Li Weichao
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2023-02-16 09:17:52

China values France's role as an independent major power, and is willing to explore political solution to the Ukraine crisis for a ceasefire as soon as possible together with the international society including France, said Chinese top diplomat Wang Yi.

Wang's remarks came during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday.

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement following the visit outlining that China always considers France as a cooperative partner, and is willing to further high-level communications, to inject new energy to China-Europe relations.

Wang said the Chinese economy is recovering at high speed after updating the COVID-19 prevention and control measures, and China is ready to resume communications in all realms with France.

The Ministry reported that Macron congratulated China on the success of the 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party, adding he is looking forward to talks with President Xi Jinping on friendship and future cooperation.

Strengthening strategic dialogue between China and France is of significant meaning, and the two countries should stay consistent to multilateralism while fight against group confrontation, said Macron.

He also expressed his wish to promote cooperation in climate exchange, biodiversity, and marine protection. Wang Yi has also met with French Foreign Minster Catherine Colonna.

The Chinese diplomat is currently on a tour to Europe. He will visit France, Italy, Hungary and Russia from February 14 to 22, and will also attend the 59th Munich Security Conference.

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