Whilst attending the G20 Foreign Ministers meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held meetings on the sidelines with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), along with his counterparts from a number of countries.
Wang met with President Ramaphosa on February 20.
Cyril Ramaphosa asked Wang Yi to convey his sincere greetings to President Xi Jinping and expressed his heartfelt thanks to China for its firm support for South Africa’s struggle for national independence and its valuable help in accelerating national development. South Africa cherishes the high-level mutual trust between the two countries, regards China as a reliable friend, and will continue to firmly pursue the one-China policy.
Wang Yi conveyed the cordial greetings from President Xi Jinping, saying that China and South Africa have always understood and supported each other and carried out close exchanges, communication and coordination, which demonstrates the high level of bilateral relations. In the process of South Africa’s development and revitalisation, China will always be a trustworthy and reliable friend and partner of South Africa and is willing to continue to provide assistance within its capacity.
The next day he met with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola.
Wang said, by assuming the G20 presidency, South Africa represents Africa in making a strong voice on the global stage, which demonstrates the historic shifts in international political and economic landscapes and holds great symbolic significance. As multilateralism faces threats amid the rise of unilateral bullying and protectionism, the foreign ministers’ meeting under the theme ‘Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability’ has reflected the common aspirations of most countries, especially those from the Global South.
Ronald Lamola thanked China for its strong support for South Africa’s G20 presidency. In the face of a volatile international situation, South Africa remains committed to strengthening close coordination and cooperation with China to safeguard the common interests of the Global South countries.
In her meeting with Wang, World Trade Organisation Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said that amid the chaos in the world, China has moved in the right direction, achieved the UN poverty reduction target ahead of schedule, advanced industrialisation rapidly and made remarkable achievements in education. China’s success has set an example and provided references for other developing countries.
One of Wang’s first meetings on arriving in South Africa was with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, who had come direct from talks on the Ukraine issue with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, held in Saudi Arabia.
Wang Yi said that the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era is advancing to a higher level and broader dimensions. The two sides have maintained steady progress in mutually beneficial cooperation and engaged in close and effective strategic coordination, playing a crucial role in safeguarding the common interests of both countries and their peoples and advancing the multipolarity in the world.
This year, he continued, marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and the founding of the United Nations, which is of great historic significance. During that arduous struggle, the peoples of China and Russia fought valiantly on both the Eastern and Western fronts, enduring tremendous national sacrifices and making significant historical contributions in the effort to save their nations from the brink of destruction and strive for world peace. China and Russia, as major victorious nations of World War II and permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, jointly bear the crucial responsibility of safeguarding the victorious results of World War II and maintaining the post-war international order. No matter how the situation evolves, the foundation of China-Russia friendship remains unshakable. Both sides should take the opportunity of jointly commemorating the 80th anniversary to deepen China-Russia strategic coordination, actively promote the correct view on World War II, firmly defend the international system with the United Nations at its core and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Global South countries.
Sergei Lavrov said, President Vladimir Putin and President Xi Jinping charted the course for Russia-China relations and strategic coordination. Russia is also willing to work with China to hold a series of events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of World War II. Russia also highly recognises the global initiatives put forward by China, highly values the high-level mutual trust between the two countries and is willing to continue to strengthen communication and coordination with China within the BRICS mechanism, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, the United Nations, the G20, and other frameworks.
Sergei Lavrov also introduced the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis and Russia’s considerations, saying that his country focuses on solving the root causes of the crisis and is committed to seeking a fair and sustainable plan for peace in line with the UN Charter. Russia attaches importance to China’s objective and just position, and the ‘Friends for Peace’ group China initiated with Brazil and other countries, and is willing to maintain communication with China and strengthen cooperation with the countries of the South.
Wang Yi met with Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan at the latter’s request.
Wang said that both China and Türkiye are part of the Global South and are accelerating the advancement of the industrialisation process. There is huge potential for practical cooperation between the two countries.
Hakan Fidan said, Türkiye and China have maintained close exchanges at all levels and in various fields in recent years, with meetings of the intergovernmental cooperation committee successfully held, the synergy between the Middle Corridor and the Belt and Road Initiative smoothly advanced, and China becoming Türkiye’s second-largest trading partner.
Meeting with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Wang Yi said, President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a successful meeting in Kazan (Russia) last year, which set the general direction for the improvement and development of bilateral relations. The two sides agreed that China and India, as two ancient civilisations and neighbouring countries, should trust and support each other and help each other succeed. Exchanges at all levels between the two countries have resumed in an orderly manner, while the special representatives on the boundary question have reached common understandings on properly handling specific differences. China is ready to work with India to plan commemorative activities for the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, to inject new impetus into the development of bilateral relations.
Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said, the establishment of mutual trust between India and China serves the interests of both sides, and India cherishes the hard-won achievements in improving bilateral relations. India stands ready to work with China to speed up the resumption of cooperation mechanisms, enhance people-to-people and cultural exchanges, facilitate personnel travels, and jointly safeguard peace and tranquility in the border areas. As the world today faces the risk of division and polarisation, it is particularly important for India and China, as members of the G20, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and the BRICS mechanism, to strengthen international cooperation. India is ready to strengthen communication and coordination with China in this regard.
Wang Yi met with Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at the latter’s request.
Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud said that Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to cooperation with China and looks forward to taking the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as an opportunity to strengthen high-level exchanges with China and work for more successful stories in bilateral relations.
Saudi Arabia, he said, opposes the forcible displacement of the Palestinian people in Gaza, highly appreciates China’s adherence to principles and upholding justice on the Palestinian-Israeli issue, and hopes and believes that China will continue to play a positive role in achieving peace in the Middle East.
Wang Yi noted that the Palestinian question is the core of the Middle East issue. China will continue to stand firmly with Arab brothers and make efforts to redress historical injustice thoroughly and restore lasting peace in the region at an early date.
Meeting with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf, Wang Yi said that Algeria is a major African country with significant influence and made special contributions to the restoration of China’s lawful seat in the United Nations. (Albania and Algeria were the two lead sponsors of the 1971 resolution that restored China’s rightful seat in the United Nations.) China and Algeria enjoy profound traditional friendship and fruitful practical cooperation, and the two countries have established an all-round cooperation pattern. China attaches great importance to its relations with Algeria and supports Algeria in accelerating its development and revitalisation and in playing a more important role in international and regional affairs.
Ahmed Attaf noted that Algeria and China share similar histories of a bitter past and common values, and the friendship between the two countries has left many precious historical memories. Algeria firmly supported the People’s Republic of China in restoring its lawful seat in the United Nations, opposes interference in other countries’ internal affairs under the pretext of human rights and appreciates China’s consistent support for Algeria in times of need.
Meeting with Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António, Wang Yi said, China and Angola fought side by side in the struggle against imperialism and colonialism and then joined hands in the pursuit of development and revitalisation. Facts have proven that the friendly cooperation between China and Angola facilitated Angola’s national reconstruction and economic recovery, bringing tangible benefits to the Angolan people. The two sides should cherish the traditional friendship and enhance understanding and mutual trust. The Chinese side congratulated Angola on assuming the rotating presidency of the African Union. China has never sought selfish gains in Africa or interfered in the internal affairs of African countries. African brothers and sisters know best who Africa’s true friend is.
Téte António said, Angola is willing to expand cooperation with China in various fields, such as economy and trade, investment, finance and energy, and stand firmly with China on issues concerning China’s core interests. Angola is willing to take the presidency of the African Union as an opportunity to strengthen communication and coordination with China, deepen Africa-China cooperation, and enhance African solidarity.
In his meeting with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Wang Yi said that the return of China-Australia relations to a path of sound and stable development serves the common interests of both sides and aligns with the aspirations of their peoples. China is ready to work with Australia to build a more mature, stable and fruitful comprehensive strategic partnership. While appreciating Australia’s repeated commitment to the one-China principle, China hopes that Australia will continue to respect its core interests and major concerns, maintain the political foundation of bilateral relations, and properly manage differences. (On February 23, a spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defence condemned Australia’s unfounded claims regarding China’s lawful military exercises in waters near Australia.)
Wong, for her part, said that China-Australia exchanges across various fields have made positive strides, with economic and trade relations fully recovered, sending positive signals.
Finally, during his return to China, Wang Yi held a telephone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty.
Abdelatty provided an update on the latest developments in Gaza, noting that Egypt is committed to promoting the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement and is working with other Arab countries to develop a reconstruction plan. He emphasised that Egypt opposes the forced displacement of the Palestinian people.
Wang said that China is a friend of Arab countries and a comprehensive strategic partner of Egypt. He expressed China’s support for the just position of Arab nations and opposition to the forced displacement of the Palestinian people, calling for the full and effective implementation of the ceasefire agreement. Gaza is part of Palestinian territory, and any future arrangement concerning it must respect the will of the Palestinian people while adhering to the principle of ‘Palestinians governing Palestine’ in post-conflict governance, Wang added, stressing the urgency of formulating reconstruction and governance plans.
The following articles were originally published on the website of the Chinese Foreign Ministry and by the Xinhua News Agency.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa Meets with Wang Yi
Feb. 20 (MFA) — On February 20, 2025 local time, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa met with Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.
Cyril Ramaphosa asked Wang Yi to convey his sincere greetings to President Xi Jinping and expressed his heartfelt thanks to China for its firm support for South Africa’s struggle for national independence and its valuable help in accelerating national development. South Africa cherishes the high-level mutual trust between the two countries, regards China as a reliable friend, and will continue to firmly pursue the one-China policy. South Africa is willing to deepen practical cooperation in various areas with China and push for more outcomes in the all-round strategic cooperative partnership between South Africa and China in the new era.
Wang Yi conveyed the cordial greetings from President Xi Jinping, saying that China and South Africa have always understood and supported each other and carried out close exchanges, communication and coordination, which demonstrates the high level of bilateral relations. In the face of the current complex and volatile international situation, China will maintain its strategic resolve and firmly run its own affairs well. China, which is advancing Chinese modernization on all fronts, is ready to work with South Africa and other countries to promote world modernization. China appreciates South Africa’s adherence to the one-China principle and standing on the right side of history. In the process of South Africa’s development and revitalization, China will always be a trustworthy and reliable friend and partner of South Africa and is willing to continue to provide assistance within its capacity.
Noting that both China and South Africa are important members of the Global South, Wang Yi said China supports South Africa in fulfilling its responsibilities as the G20 presidency, putting development at the center of the international agenda, sending a strong voice of the Global South, enhancing the unity of the Global South, pooling the joint efforts of developing countries, and urging the G20 to make its due efforts for global growth and people’s well-being.
Wang Yi Meets with South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola
Feb. 21 (MFA) — On February 21, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola after attending the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg.
Wang Yi congratulated South Africa on successfully hosting the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. He said, by assuming the G20 presidency, South Africa represents Africa in making a strong voice on the global stage, which demonstrates the historic shifts in international political and economic landscapes and holds great symbolic significance. As multilateralism faces threats amid the rise of unilateral bullying and protectionism, the foreign ministers’ meeting under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability” has reflected the common aspirations of most countries, especially those from the Global South. China firmly supports South Africa in fulfilling its duty as the G20 presidency and left Africa’s imprint on global governance. Noting that South Africa is a major African country with substantial influence and immense development potential, Wang Yi said that China is ready to further strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation with South Africa, accelerate their respective development and revitalization, and join hands to raise the voice and representation of countries from the Global South, especially African countries, in international agenda.
Ronald Lamola thanked China for its strong support for South Africa’s G20 presidency. In the face of a volatile international situation, South Africa remains committed to strengthening close coordination and cooperation with China to safeguard the common interests of the Global South countries. Ronald Lamola expressed delight over the fruitful outcomes of mutually beneficial cooperation between South Africa and China, and expectation for the two sides to deepen practical cooperation in various areas such as economy and trade, infrastructure, energy, and emerging industries. He welcomed China to increase investment in South Africa to facilitate the country’s efforts in accelerating industrialization and achieving diversified development.
Wang Yi Meets with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Feb. 22 (MFA) — On February 21 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi communicated with Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg.
Wang Yi said that as a founding member of the United Nations (U.N.) and a steadfast defender of the current international order, China pursues true multilateralism and firmly supports both the international system with the U.N. at its core and the free trade system with the WTO at its core. Despite the current prevalence of unilateralism and protectionism, the trend of economic globalization is irreversible. All parties should work together to promote trade liberalization and facilitation while accelerating global economic recovery. China will continue to support the Director-General in advancing WTO reform, listening to the voices of countries in the Global South, and keeping pace with the progressive trends of the times. China adheres to its position as a developing country, but it never shirks its international responsibilities. China will continue to fulfill its due obligations and demonstrate its responsibility as a major country.
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said that amid the chaos in the world, China has moved in the right direction, achieved the U.N. poverty reduction target ahead of schedule, advanced industrialization rapidly and made remarkable achievements in education. China’s success has set an example and provided references for other developing countries. The WTO highly appreciates China’s commitment to the principle of dialogue and consultation and to resolving trade disputes through multilateral mechanisms in a mature and rational manner. The WTO also hopes to continue receiving strong support from China in promoting WTO reform.
Wang Yi Meets with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov
Feb. 20 (MFA) — On February 20, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Wang Yi said that the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era is advancing to a higher level and broader dimensions. The two sides have maintained steady progress in mutually beneficial cooperation and engaged in close and effective strategic coordination, playing a crucial role in safeguarding the common interests of both countries and their peoples and advancing the multipolarity in the world. China is ready to work with Russia to fully implement the important common understandings reached between the two heads of state and further advance China-Russia relations in the new year.
Wang Yi said, this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and the founding of the United Nations (U.N.), which is of great historic significance. During that arduous struggle, the peoples of China and Russia fought valiantly on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, enduring tremendous national sacrifices and making significant historical contributions in the effort to save their nations from the brink of destruction and strive for world peace. China and Russia, as major victorious nations of World War II and permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, jointly bear the crucial responsibility of safeguarding the victorious results of World War II and maintaining the post-war international order. No matter how the situation evolves, the foundation of China-Russia friendship remains unshakable, and both nations are duty-bound to uphold their international moral obligations as major countries. Both sides should take the opportunity of jointly commemorating the 80th anniversary to deepen China-Russia strategic coordination, actively promote the correct view on World War II, firmly defend the international system with the United Nations at its core, safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Global South countries, and promote the building of an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.
Sergei Lavrov said, President Vladimir Putin and President Xi Jinping charted the course for Russia-China relations and strategic coordination. Russia is willing to work with China to follow this guidance to strengthen high-level exchanges, deepen practical cooperation in various fields such as economy, trade, finance and people-to-people and cultural exchanges, and promote greater development of the Russia-China comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination. Russia is also willing to work with China to hold a series of events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of World War II. Noting that both Russia and China uphold multipolarity and serve as stabilizing forces in a complex and turbulent world, he said that Russia highly recognizes the global initiatives put forward by China, highly values the high-level mutual trust between the two countries, and is willing to continue to strengthen communication and coordination with China within the BRICS mechanism, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the United Nations, the G20, and other frameworks.
Sergei Lavrov introduced the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis and Russia’s consideration, saying that Russia focuses on solving the root causes of the crisis and is committed to seeking a fair and sustainable plan for peace in line with the U.N. Charter. Russia attaches importance to China’s objective and just position and the “Friends for Peace” group China initiated with Brazil and other countries, and is willing to maintain communication with China and strengthen cooperation with the countries of the South. Wang Yi elaborated on China’s consistent position, saying that China will continue to play a constructive role in promoting peace talks and political settlement of the crisis.
The two sides also had an exchange of views and coordinated on international and regional issues of common interest and concern, including the situation in the Middle East.
Wang Yi Meets with Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan
Feb. 21 (MFA) — On February 20, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan in Johannesburg at the latter’s request.
Wang Yi said that both China and Türkiye are part of the Global South and are accelerating the advancement of the industrialization process. There is huge potential for practical cooperation between the two countries. China attaches great importance to its relations with Türkiye and places bilateral relations at an important position in its Middle East diplomacy. China is ready to strengthen communication and coordination with Türkiye, deepen the synergy of development strategies, expand cooperation areas, and bring benefits to the two countries and other countries in the region. Wang Yi thanked Türkiye for its assistance in the recent safe evacuation of Chinese citizens from Syria. Resolutely countering terrorism in all forms serves the common interests of both China and Türkiye, and is also a strong consensus of the international community. China is ready to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation with Türkiye and jointly safeguard regional and world peace and tranquility.
Hakan Fidan said, Türkiye and China have maintained close exchanges at all levels and in various fields in recent years, with meetings of the intergovernmental cooperation committee successfully held, the synergy between the Middle Corridor and the Belt and Road Initiative smoothly advanced, and China becoming Türkiye’s second-largest trading partner. Türkiye is willing to expand the economy, trade and investment with China, explore cooperation in emerging fields such as renewable energy, information technology and artificial intelligence, and continue strengthening cooperation on counter-terrorism as well as law enforcement and security at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
The two sides also had an exchange of views on regional hotspot issues. Türkiye appreciates China’s just position on issues such as the Ukraine crisis and the Palestinian question, supports the six-point consensus jointly proposed by China and Brazil, agrees that the two-State solution must be adhered to, and welcomes China’s efforts to enhance contact with regional countries.
Wang Yi Meets with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
Feb. 21 (MFA) — On February 21, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Johannesburg.
Wang Yi said, President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a successful meeting in Kazan last year, which set the general direction for the improvement and development of bilateral relations. The two sides agreed that China and India, as two ancient civilizations and neighboring countries, should trust and support each other and help each other succeed. Exchanges at all levels between the two countries have resumed in an orderly manner, while the special representatives on the boundary question have reached common understandings on properly handling specific differences. Restoring mutual trust and achieving win-win cooperation between China and India align with the common expectations of the two peoples. Both sides should take the common understandings reached between the leaders of the two countries as fundamental guidance to ensure that bilateral relations remain on the right track. China is ready to work with India to plan commemorative activities for the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, to inject new impetus into the development of bilateral relations.
Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said, the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping in Kazan has provided crucial guidance for the improvement of bilateral relations. Exchanges between the two sides in various fields have gradually resumed and yielded remarkable results. The establishment of mutual trust between India and China serves the interests of both sides, and India cherishes the hard-won achievements in improving bilateral relations. India stands ready to work with China to speed up the resumption of cooperation mechanisms, enhance people-to-people and cultural exchanges, facilitate personnel travels, and jointly safeguard peace and tranquility in the border areas. As the world today faces the risk of division and polarization, it is particularly important for India and China, as members of the G20, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the BRICS mechanism, to strengthen international cooperation. India is ready to strengthen communication and coordination with China in this regard.
Wang Yi Meets with Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud
Feb. 21 (MFA) — On February 20, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud in Johannesburg at the latter’s request.
Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud said that Saudi Arabia and China are comprehensive strategic partners and Saudi Arabia-China relations are of vital importance. Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to cooperation with China and looks forward to taking the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as an opportunity to strengthen high-level exchanges with China and work for more successful stories in bilateral relations. Sharing the same philosophy, Saudi Arabia and China are committed to maintaining peace and stability and agree to resolve differences through dialogue. Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to China’s role as a major country and its important influence, and hopes to find more feasible political solutions to hotspot issues with China’s support. Saudi Arabia opposes the forcible displacement of the Palestinian people in Gaza, highly appreciates China’s adherence to principles and upholding justice on the Palestinian-Israeli issue, and hopes and believes that China will continue to play a positive role in achieving peace in the Middle East.
Wang Yi said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations 35 years ago, China-Saudi Arabia relations have overtaken others from behind and are now at the forefront of China’s relations with Middle East countries. China cherishes the mutual trust and friendship established by the top leaders of the two countries and has always placed China-Saudi Arabia relations at a key position in its Middle East diplomacy. China is ready to maintain exchanges at all levels and expand cooperation with Saudi Arabia in various fields such as economy, trade, investment, new energy industry, digital economy, information and telecommunications, and high-end manufacturing, so as to take China-Saudi Arabia relations to a higher level.
Wang Yi said that China appreciates Saudi Arabia’s active mediation of hotspot issues and is pleased to see Saudi Arabia play a constructive role in regional peace and stability. Noting that the Palestinian question is the core of the Middle East issue, he said China will continue to stand firmly with Arab brothers and make efforts to redress historical injustice thoroughly and restore lasting peace in the region at an early date.
The two sides also had an exchange of views on China’s relations with Arab and Persian Gulf states, and expressed that both sides will strengthen communication and coordination to achieve more outcomes in China-Arab and China-GCC practical cooperation.
Wang Yi Meets with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf
Feb. 21 (MFA) — On February 21, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf in Johannesburg.
Wang Yi said that Algeria is a major African country with significant influence and made special contributions to the restoration of China’s lawful seat in the United Nations. China and Algeria enjoy profound traditional friendship and fruitful practical cooperation, and the two countries have established an all-round cooperation pattern. China attaches great importance to its relations with Algeria and supports Algeria in accelerating its development and revitalization and in playing a more important role in international and regional affairs. China is ready to work with Algeria to consolidate political mutual trust, continue to support each other in safeguarding their respective core interests, deepen cooperation in various fields, jointly uphold the legitimate rights and interests of Global South countries, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world.
Ahmed Attaf noted that Algeria and China share similar histories of a bitter past and common values, and the friendship between the two countries has left many precious historical memories. Algeria firmly supported the People’s Republic of China in restoring its lawful seat in the United Nations, opposes interference in other countries’ internal affairs under the pretext of human rights and appreciates China’s consistent support for Algeria in times of need. In 2023, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune paid a successful visit to China and reached important common understandings with President Xi Jinping, injecting new impetus into the development of Algeria-China relations. Currently, Algeria-China practical cooperation has achieved numerous highlights and entered a fast-track phase. The Algeria-China Joint Economic and Trade Commission meeting was successfully held and China has become Algeria’s largest trading partner. Algeria welcomes increased investment from China, and is willing to work with China to follow through on the eight major initiatives for China-Arab practical cooperation and deepen cooperation across various fields, particularly in emerging industries, so as to deliver benefits to both peoples.
Wang Yi Meets with Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António
Feb. 21 (MFA) — On February 21, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António in Johannesburg at the latter’s request.
Wang Yi said, China and Angola fought side by side in the struggle against imperialism and colonialism and then joined hands in the pursuit of development and revitalization. Facts have proven that the friendly cooperation between China and Angola facilitated Angola’s national reconstruction and economic recovery, bringing tangible benefits to the Angolan people. The two sides should cherish the traditional friendship and enhance understanding and mutual trust. The Chinese side congratulated Angola on assuming the rotating presidency of the African Union. China has never sought selfish gains in Africa or interfered in the internal affairs of African countries. China consistently and firmly supports African integration and is committed to maintaining sound relations with African countries. Comprehensive cooperation between China and Africa has not only effectively helped accelerate Africa’s development but also encouraged more attention and input from the international community to Africa. African brothers and sisters know best who Africa’s true friend is. China will remain Africa’s most sincere and reliable partner in its future development journey.
Téte António said, President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço paid a state visit to China last year and held a successful meeting with President Xi Jinping, promoting new achievements in Angola-China practical cooperation and bringing significant benefits to both peoples. He thanked China for its valuable support for Angola’s economic and social development and thanked Chinese enterprises for their significant contributions to Angola’s national development. Angola is willing to expand cooperation with China in various fields such as economy and trade, investment, finance and energy, and stand firmly with China on issues concerning China’s core interests. Angola is willing to take the presidency of the African Union as an opportunity to strengthen communication and coordination with China, deepen Africa-China cooperation, and enhance African solidarity.
Restored stability in China-Australia ties benefits both sides: FM
JOHANNESBURG, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) — The return of China-Australia relations to a path of sound and stable development serves the common interests of both sides and aligns with the aspirations of their peoples, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said while meeting with his Australian counterpart, Penny Wong, in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday.
Under the strategic guidance of their leaders, China-Australia relations have stabilized, a development welcomed by all sectors of both countries, said Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee.
China is ready to work with Australia to build a more mature, stable and fruitful comprehensive strategic partnership, he added.
While appreciating Australia’s repeated commitment to the one-China principle, China hopes that Australia will continue to respect its core interests and major concerns, maintain the political foundation of bilateral relations, and properly manage differences, Wang said.
Amid the current complex and volatile international situation, China believes that all countries should practice true multilateralism, with major countries taking the lead in firmly opposing efforts to reverse the course of history and return to the “law of the jungle,” he said.
China is ready to work with Australia and other members of the international community to defend the victorious outcomes of World War II and uphold the international system with the United Nations at its core, he added.
Wong, for her part, said that China-Australia exchanges across various fields have made positive strides, with economic and trade relations fully recovered, sending positive signals.
The Australian side adheres to the one-China policy and is willing to continue strengthening cooperation with China in areas that serve their respective national interests, uphold the international rule of law and strategic security, and jointly address global challenges, she said.
Chinese FM reaffirms two-state solution as key to lasting peace in Gaza
JOHANNESBURG, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) — A lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved through the two-state solution, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a phone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Saturday while returning from the Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.
During the conversation, Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, held in-depth discussions on regional issues with Abdelatty.
Abdelatty provided an update on the latest developments in Gaza, noting that Egypt is committed to promoting the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement and is working with other Arab countries to develop a reconstruction plan. He emphasized that Egypt opposes the forced displacement of the Palestinian people.
China is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and the council’s rotating president this month, and Arab countries highly value China’s unique and important role, Abdelatty said, adding that Arab countries hope for China’s support in restoring peace and rebuilding Gaza.
Wang said that China is a friend of Arab countries and a comprehensive strategic partner of Egypt. He expressed China’s support for the just position of Arab nations and opposition to the forced displacement of the Palestinian people, calling for the full and effective implementation of the ceasefire agreement.
Gaza is part of Palestinian territory, and any future arrangement concerning it must respect the will of the Palestinian people while adhering to the principle of “Palestinians governing Palestine” in post-conflict governance, Wang said, stressing the urgency of formulating reconstruction and governance plans.
China appreciates the efforts of Egypt and other Arab countries, he added.
Only by adhering to the two-state solution can the root causes be fully resolved and a lasting peace ultimately achieved, Wang noted.
The two sides also exchanged views on issues related to Sudan and Syria.
