Wang Yi urges France to uphold UNSC responsibilities, boost Sino-European ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot in a phone call that both sides should implement the consensus of their heads of state, strengthen political trust, and jointly uphold the special responsibilities of UN Security Council permanent members to protect commo
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot at the latter's request, according to state media. Wang, who is also a member of the Politburo of the Chinese Communist Party, said both sides should implement the consensus reached by the two countries' heads of state, enhance dialogue and cooperation, solidify political mutual trust, and jointly address various risks and challenges.
Wang said China is willing to work with France to fulfil the special responsibilities of permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and safeguard the common interests of the international community. He added that China and Europe benefit from cooperation and suffer from confrontation, and expressed hope that the European side would move in the same direction as China to build a stable, balanced Sino-European trade partnership. Wang expressed confidence that France would play a constructive role in this regard.
According to a report by the Xinhua News Agency, Barrot said France hopes to deepen strategic trust with China, strengthen communication and coordination, and jointly uphold multilateralism. He also said France is willing to play a positive role in promoting dialogue and cooperation between Europe and China.