Wang Yi pursues regional cooperation and friendship in Kuala Lumpur

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended the China-ASEAN [Association of South East Asian Nations] Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, the ASEAN Plus Three Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and the ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from July 10-11.

The China-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting was held on July 10. Wang Yi said that China and ASEAN share similar visions for development, common demands, and converging interests. China regards ASEAN as a priority in its neighbourhood diplomacy and a pioneer area for building a community with a shared future for humanity. The two sides should support each other and help each other succeed in advancing the modernisation process of Asia.

He briefed on the achievements of China-ASEAN cooperation and put forward four suggestions:

To act as a model in defending international fairness and justice. The two sides should firmly uphold the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law.

To act as a model for safeguarding regional peace and stability. In the turbulent world today, peace and stability in the region are particularly precious and must be firmly protected. No geopolitical conflicts or bloc confrontations should be allowed to infiltrate the Asian home. China is willing to take the lead in signing the Protocol to the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone. The South China Sea is a shared home for countries in the region, not an arena for major power rivalry. China is ready to work with ASEAN countries to expand cooperation in areas such as marine environmental protection, navigation safety, maritime law enforcement, and key marine infrastructure, and jointly foster a new narrative of cooperation, stability, and friendship in the South China Sea. The two sides should fully implement the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, advance consultations on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea (COC), and always keep the initiative on the South China Sea issue in the hands of regional countries.

To set an example of conducting mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation. China is ready to work with ASEAN to jointly build the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, promote high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and create a high-level free trade network. China will continue to take the high-quality Belt and Road cooperation as the main platform to strengthen connectivity and cooperation in industrial and supply chains with ASEAN, and create highlights of cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and clean energy.

To set an example for promoting inclusiveness and mutual learning. China is willing to work with ASEAN countries to continue advocating for dialogue, exchanges and mutual learning among different civilisations, and jointly build an Asian family that promotes harmony, inclusiveness, and respect for differences.

Attending the ASEAN Plus China, Japan, Republic of Korea (ROK) (ASEAN Plus Three – APT) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Wang Yi noted that since the establishment of the APT cooperation mechanism, all parties have continuously strengthened their crisis response capabilities, advanced the process of regional economic integration, and fostered new drivers for development through joint efforts. Cooperation in various areas has yielded fruitful results, helping East Asia become the most dynamic region in the world.

The focus on development and commitment to cooperation is the general trend and mainstream, though challenges persist, including the impact of unilateralism and protectionism, and the abuse of tariffs by a certain major country. The more complex the situation, the more the APT cooperation should stay undisturbed, work in solidarity, and keep strengthening the momentum for cooperation, enhancing development resilience, and continuously advancing the process of regional integration to make the shared home a better place.

At the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Wang Yi noted that security is closely connected with development. The rapid development of the Asia-Pacific benefited from a generally peaceful and stable regional environment, which should be cherished all the more.

Wang Yi stated that the world today has entered a period of turbulence and transformation. To ensure the stability and development of the Asia-Pacific and to enable the ARF to continue playing its due role, China proposes the following: uphold the vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security; work to build a balanced, effective and sustainable regional security architecture; actively build a model of security for Asia that features sharing weal and woe, seeking common ground while shelving differences, and prioritising dialogue and consultation; and blaze a new path toward security that features dialogue over confrontation, partnership over alliance, and win-win results over zero-sum game.

There is no such thing as “absolute security” in the world, and no one’s security is superior to that of others. Creating division and confrontation through a zero-sum mindset runs counter to the goal of maintaining security. It is essential to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, uphold peaceful settlement of disputes, oppose the threat or use of force, and address both symptoms and root causes to eliminate the sources of conflict and war. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Bandung Conference. It is important to draw wisdom from the Bandung Spirit, seek common ground while overcoming differences, and take seriously and accommodate the legitimate security concerns of all parties.

At the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Wang Yi stressed the need for a return to dialogue. He said the original intention of the Summit is to carry out constructive dialogue and enhance strategic mutual trust. However, certain countries outside the region have deviated from this track in recent years, frequently using the Summit platform to hype up differences, attack other countries, and interfere in internal affairs. Wang Yi expressed the hope that all parties can respect each other, communicate in good faith, and focus on increasing understanding and cooperation.

China supports the ASEAN-centred regional cooperation architecture, firmly upholds the multilateral trading system, builds a high-level regional free trade network, and promotes regional integration. China opposes bringing Cold War mentality and bloc confrontation into the region and rejects attempts to create competing structures or exclusive “small circles”.

Wang Yi emphasised that the root cause of tensions in the Taiwan Strait lies in the increasingly rampant separatist activities of ”Taiwan independence” and the connivance and support by external forces. Some claim to safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, but if they truly care about peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, they must resolutely stop the “Taiwan independence” forces from expanding. Some say that the status quo of the Taiwan Strait should not be changed, but the fact that Taiwan and the mainland both belong to one and the same China is the fundamental status quo of the Taiwan Strait. He expressed the hope that all countries will continue to unequivocally uphold the one-China principle, oppose any form of “Taiwan independence”, and support China’s reunification.

Wang Yi also held a number of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the above meetings.

On July 11, he met with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya.

Wang Yi said that the tide of history always moves forward, and the rise of the Global South is unstoppable. As developing countries, emerging economies, and key representatives of the Global South, China and Malaysia should join hands to address challenges and seek development and revitalisation. The United States’ unilateral imposition of high tariffs is irresponsible and unpopular. China will always stand with the vast number of developing countries.

In a separate meeting with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, Wang Yi said that the two sides should work together to deliver on the important common understandings reached between the leaders of the two countries, put into practice the Belt and Road cooperation plan, strengthen cooperation on economy, trade, investment and connectivity, advance key projects such as the East Coast Rail Link and the “Two Countries, Twin Parks”, deepen cooperation in frontier areas, seize the opportunities of the new industrial revolution, and jointly build a regional highland for cooperation on new quality productive forces. The two sides should continue to successfully hold the “Confucian-Islamic Civilisational Dialogue” and ensure the implementation of the mutual visa exemption agreement that will soon come into effect to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and consolidate the public foundation.

The United States has imposed high tariffs on ASEAN countries simply based on a single letter, which is a typical act of unilateralism and bullying that no country would recognise or support. China’s resolute countermeasures are not only to safeguard its own interests, but also to defend the common interests of all countries, including ASEAN member states. China is ready to strengthen cooperation with ASEAN to jointly uphold the multilateral trading system, keep global industrial and supply chains stable, and promote a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalisation.

Mohamad Hasan said that under the current circumstances, it is clear who is a true friend. In the face of tariffs and other issues, Malaysia will not just consider its own interests, nor will it sacrifice the interests of third parties, as that is not the ASEAN way.

Meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Wang Yi said that in May this year, President Xi Jinping paid a successful visit to Russia and attended the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War of the Soviet Union, commemorating history together with the peace-loving people of all countries and opening up the future. Last month, the two heads of state had a phone call, jointly sending a strong voice of China and Russia on international and regional hotspot issues. China is ready to work with Russia to fully implement the common understandings reached between the two heads of state, continuously elevate the level of China-Russia strategic coordination, safeguard the security and development interests of both countries, and support each other’s development and rejuvenation.

Sergei Lavrov, on behalf of Russia, extended congratulations on the 104th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). The two countries should remain vigilant against attempts by a certain major power to sow division and provoke confrontation in the region. Russia will fully support China in assuming the rotating presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, jointly prepare for the next phase of high-level exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and strengthen communication and coordination within frameworks such as BRICS.

Wang Yi thanked Russia for its congratulations on the 104th anniversary of the founding of the CPC, saying that this reflects the traditional friendship between the two sides. The CPC has more than 100 million members, making it the world’s largest political party and demonstrating an ever-growing vitality and vigor. As General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out, dedicated to the great long-term cause of the Chinese nation, the CPC at its centenary is right in its prime.

Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Viet Nam Bui Thanh Son, Wang Yi said that in April this year, General Secretary and President Xi Jinping paid a successful state visit to Viet Nam, during which the top leaders of the two Parties and the two countries made strategic plans to deepen the China-Viet Nam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance. At present, bilateral cooperation in various fields continues to expand, connectivity development is being advanced across the board, and people-to-people exchanges are delivering numerous highlights.

China welcomes Viet Nam to become a BRICS partner country and supports Viet Nam in joining the big family of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation at an early date to jointly uphold true multilateralism and safeguard international fairness and justice. China always opposes economic and trade bullying as well as tariff coercion, and advocates for resolving economic, trade and tariff issues through equal-footed dialogue. China stands ready to work with Viet Nam to jointly uphold multilateral trade rules and systems and safeguard the legitimate interests of all countries through solidarity and self-reliance.

Meeting with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn, Wang Yi said that the China-Cambodia friendship has withstood the tests of international changes and remains rock-solid. In April this year, President Xi Jinping paid a historic visit to Cambodia, which was of milestone significance. The two leaders jointly announced the building of an all-weather China-Cambodia community with a shared future in the new era, and both sides have once again taken the lead in building a community with a shared future for humanity. Facing the volatile and turbulent international situation, China is ready to be a trustworthy friend and partner of Cambodia.

He stressed that the United States imposing high tariffs on Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries is an attempt to deprive all parties of their legitimate rights to development. He expressed confidence that Southeast Asian countries are capable of coping with the complex situation, upholding principled positions, and safeguarding their own interests as well as the common interests of all parties.

Prak Sokhonn said that China is Cambodia’s most reliable friend. President Xi Jinping’s visit to Cambodia this year was very successful, and both sides decided to build an all-weather Cambodia-China community with a shared future in the new era. He expressed gratitude for China’s selfless assistance in Cambodia’s economic and social development and the willingness to follow through on the common understandings reached between the leaders of the two countries, and to deepen pragmatic cooperation in trade, infrastructure and other fields. He thanked China for giving zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent tariff lines from Cambodia, calling it an act of friendship and brotherhood and a great help to Cambodia, which stands in stark contrast to the 36 percent tariff imposed by the United States on Cambodia. Cambodia is willing to resolve differences with the United States through negotiations but will neither abandon its principles and interests nor sacrifice the interests of third parties.

Wang Yi listened to Prak Sokhonn’s briefing on the situation at the Cambodia-Thailand border. He said that although Cambodia and Thailand hold different positions, both sides are willing to manage the situation and ease tensions. Noting that Cambodia and Thailand are neighbours that cannot be moved away, Wang Yi expressed the belief that both sides will surely uphold the spirit of valuing the primacy of peace and forging friendships with neighbours to properly handle the issue. China will maintain an impartial, fair and just stance, respond to the needs of the parties concerned, and play a constructive role in this regard.

Meeting with Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, Wang Yi called on the two sides to accelerate the construction of the China-Thailand Railway and give play to the demonstration effect of major projects to promote the implementation of the vision of interconnected development of China, Laos and Thailand. He said that the abuse of tariffs by the United States undermines the free trade system and disrupts the stability of the global industrial and supply chains. He expressed the belief that Thailand and other ASEAN countries will safeguard their respective legitimate interests, resist unilateralism, power politics and bullying acts, deepen the building of a community with a shared future among Lancang-Mekong countries, and promote the sound development of East Asian cooperation.

Wang Yi emphasised that both Thailand and Cambodia are China’s good neighbours and good friends. Regarding the border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, China hopes that both sides will act in goodwill towards each other and properly resolve the issue through friendly dialogue and consultation, so as to deescalate the situation and restore stability at an early date. China will uphold an objective and impartial stance and play a constructive role in promoting harmonious coexistence between Thailand and Cambodia.

Meeting with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, Wang Yi said that China and Sri Lanka enjoy a traditional friendship. In January this year, President Xi Jinping held fruitful talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, during which they reached important common understandings on deepening the China-Sri Lanka strategic cooperative partnership and jointly building a China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future, charting the course and providing guidance for the development of China-Sri Lanka relations. China is ready to work with Sri Lanka to promote the development of the strategic cooperative partnership featuring sincere mutual assistance and ever-lasting friendship between the two countries.

The two sides should deepen high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and practical cooperation in various fields. Both sides should jointly implement the two flagship projects for the comprehensive development of Colombo Port City and Hambantota Port, accelerate the negotiations on the China-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement, and create new growth drivers for cooperation in areas such as green energy, digital economy, modern agriculture and marine economy. China-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation is mutually beneficial and win-win. It does not target any third party and should not be disrupted by any third party.

The so-called “Indo-Pacific Strategy”, which provokes bloc confrontation and coerces parties to take sides, is not in line with the trend of the times and will not receive support from regional countries.

Vijitha Herath thanked China for its firm support in safeguarding Sri Lanka’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, and for extending timely assistance when Sri Lanka was in difficulty. The cooperation between Sri Lanka and China has brought great benefits to the Sri Lankan people and has effectively promoted the overall development and connectivity of the region.

Meeting with Adviser for Foreign Affairs of the Interim Government of Bangladesh Touhid Hossain, Wang Yi said that China has always been committed to promoting strategic cooperation with Bangladesh on the basis of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and pursues a policy of good neighbourliness and friendship with all people of Bangladesh. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Bangladesh, which holds significant importance to build on past achievements and pursue new progress.

Wang Yi stressed that China-Bangladesh cooperation is mutually beneficial and win-win. China provides Bangladesh with zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent of its products, creating opportunities for Bangladesh’s development. In contrast, the United States imposes a 35 percent tariff on Bangladesh, one of the least developed countries, which is neither reasonable nor ethical. As the largest neighbour of South Asian countries, China is willing to join hands with Bangladesh and other South Asian countries to achieve modernisation and jointly contribute to the development and revitalisation of Asia. The China-Bangladesh-Pakistan Trilateral Vice Foreign Minister/Foreign Secretary meeting was successfully held in Kunming. China looks forward to making joint efforts with Bangladesh and Pakistan to solidly advance the trilateral cooperation and achieve tangible results.

The following articles were originally published on the website of the Chinese Foreign Ministry. The website also reported that Wang Yi met with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong.

China-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Held in Kuala Lumpur

July 10 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, the China-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi co-chaired the meeting with the representative of the Country Coordinator for China-ASEAN Dialogue Relations. Foreign ministers of ASEAN member states, ASEAN observers and the Secretary-General of ASEAN attended the meeting.

Wang Yi said that China and ASEAN share similar visions for development, common demands, and converging interests. China regards ASEAN as a priority in its neighborhood diplomacy and a pioneer area for building a community with a shared future for mankind. The two sides should support each other and help each other succeed in advancing the modernization process of Asia. China will always remain the most trustworthy force for stability in a turbulent world and the most reliable partner for ASEAN countries in meeting challenges.

Wang Yi briefed the achievements of China-ASEAN cooperation and put forward four suggestions:

First, to act as a model in defending international fairness and justice. The two sides should firmly uphold the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law. China supports ASEAN centrality in the regional architecture and its greater role in regional and international affairs. China is ready to work with ASEAN countries to practice open regionalism and true multilateralism, and make greater contributions to regional and global governance.

Second, to act as a model for safeguarding regional peace and stability. In the turbulent world today, peace and stability in the region are particularly precious and must be firmly protected. No geopolitical conflicts or bloc confrontations should be allowed to infiltrate the Asian home. The two sides should continue resolving disputes and differences through dialogue and consultation, so as to maintain a sound environment for common development. China is willing to take the lead in signing the Protocol to the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone. The South China Sea is a shared home for countries in the region, not an arena for major power rivalry. China is ready to work with ASEAN countries to expand cooperation in areas such as marine environmental protection, navigation safety, maritime law enforcement, and key marine infrastructure, and jointly foster a new narrative of cooperation, stability, and friendship in the South China Sea. The two sides should fully implement the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, advance consultations on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea (COC), and always keep the initiative on the South China Sea issue in the hands of regional countries.

Third, to set an example of conducting mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation. China is ready to work with ASEAN to jointly build the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, promote high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, and create a high-level free trade network. China will continue to take the high-quality Belt and Road cooperation as the main platform to strengthen connectivity and cooperation in industrial and supply chains with ASEAN, and create highlights of cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and clean energy. China appreciates ASEAN’s firm commitment to upholding free trade and the multilateral trading system, and believes that it is necessary to resolve economic and trade differences through equal-footed dialogue and in a mutually beneficial way, and safeguard one’s own dignity, principles and bottom lines, never doing so at the expense of the interests of any third party.

Fourth, to set an example for promoting inclusiveness and mutual learning. China is willing to work with ASEAN countries to continue advocating for dialogue, exchanges and mutual learning among different civilizations, and jointly build an Asian family that promotes harmony, inclusiveness, and respect for differences. Both sides should jointly organize activities for the Year of People-to-People Exchanges, enhance exchanges in education, youth, think tanks, media and other fields, take concrete actions to implement the Global Civilization Initiative, and promote mutual understanding, amity and affinity among the peoples.

All parties gave positive evaluations of the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and ASEAN, and highly recognized that the cooperation effectively enhanced people’s well-being. Participating countries said that China-ASEAN cooperation is the most dynamic and productive one, and that China has always been one of the most important dialogue partners of ASEAN. They expressed gratitude for China’s support of ASEAN centrality. They welcomed practical cooperation initiatives proposed by China and expressed their willingness to accelerate the synergy of development strategies with China, advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, and deepen all-round cooperation in trade, investment, connectivity, digital transformation, clean energy, and combating transnational crime. They look forward to the signing of the protocol to the Version 3.0 ASEAN-China Free Trade Area within the year, which will further advance regional economic integration. They appreciated China’s willingness to take the lead in signing the Protocol to the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone. They look forward to the early conclusion of the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea by all parties. They expressed willingness to work with the Chinese side to jointly uphold multilateralism and the multilateral trading system, and work together to address global challenges. ASEAN agreed with China’s proposal to designate 2026 as the “Theme Year for the 5th Anniversary of the Establishment of the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership” and hold celebration activities. ASEAN agreed to adopt and implement the Plan of Action to Implement the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. ASEAN is willing to further strengthen solidarity and cooperation with China, jointly advance the modernization process in Asia, and promote regional peace, stability and prosperity.

During the meeting, Wang Yi met with foreign ministers of relevant countries.

Wang Yi Attends the ASEAN Plus China, Japan, ROK Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

July 10 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended the ASEAN Plus China, Japan, ROK (APT) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi noted that since the establishment of the APT cooperation mechanism, all parties have continuously strengthened their crisis response capabilities, advanced the process of regional economic integration, and fostered new drivers for development through joint efforts. Cooperation in various areas has yielded fruitful results, helping East Asia become the most dynamic region in the world.

Wang Yi said that the overall situation of East Asian cooperation remains positive. The focus on development and commitment to cooperation is the general trend and mainstream, though challenges persist, including the impact of unilateralism and protectionism, and the abuse of tariffs by a certain major country. The more complex the situation, the more the APT cooperation should stay undisturbed, work in solidarity, and keep strengthening the momentum for cooperation, enhancing development resilience, and continuously advancing the process of regional integration to make the shared home a better place. China puts forward four proposals for the next stage of cooperation.

First, build an East Asia of integrated development. ASEAN and China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea (ROK), leveraging complementary advantages in resources and industries, have established a mutually beneficial and efficient regional economic and trade network. Trade wars drive up production costs and disrupt stable and smooth industrial and supply chains, and no country can remain unaffected. It is imperative to firmly oppose the building of “walls and barriers” and safeguard the “lifeline” of common development. China is ready to work with all parties to implement the leaders’ statement and continue to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation on industrial and supply chains. China and ASEAN have fully completed negotiations on the Version 3.0 Free Trade Area. China is ready to explore more cooperation opportunities by aligning with the priority areas of practical cooperation in the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity 2025. China looks forward to accelerating the restart of negotiations on the China-Japan-ROK Free Trade Agreement and advancing the high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).

Second, build a strong and resilient East Asia. It is important to chart the course for regional financial cooperation in the future, enhance the effectiveness of the Chiang Mai Initiative Multilateralization, further leverage the role of the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office, develop regional local currency bond markets, and improve the regional financial safety net. China is ready to work with all parties to build on the efforts to strengthen the ASEAN Plus Three Emergency Rice Reserve and jointly explore mechanism innovation to bring regional food security cooperation to a higher level.

Third, build an innovative and dynamic East Asia. It is important to seize the opportunities presented by the new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, and drive transformation and development with innovation. This year, China has already implemented the ASEAN Plus Three green technology cooperation and dialogue network project, and plans to host the ASEAN Plus Three forum on artificial intelligence industry development, a workshop on the digital economy, and a roundtable dialogue on clean energy. China is ready to deepen cooperation with ASEAN countries in artificial intelligence, the digital sector, green development and other fields.

Fourth, build an East Asia with cultural affinity. Efforts should be made to carry out the “Campus Asia” program, and promote student exchanges and talent cultivation among APT countries. This year, China will host an ASEAN Plus Three high-level seminar on immigration management policies, conduct ASEAN Plus Three capacity training in response to population aging, and host the ASEAN Plus Three Young Scientists Forum, media cooperation seminars and other events, so as to contribute to consolidating the foundation of public support for East Asian cooperation.

Wang Yi stressed that China’s economy has maintained steady progress while moving towards higher quality through optimized structure and fresh momentum driven by innovation, demonstrating strong resilience and development potential. No matter how the external environment changes, the fundamentals sustaining China’s sound economic growth in the long run remain unchanged, the advantages of its mega-sized market and complete industrial system remain unchanged, and its policy focusing on high-quality development and high-standard opening up remains unchanged. China is ready to inject new impetus and provide new opportunities for the common development of the region through its own stable development, and to jointly create an even brighter future for East Asia.

Foreign ministers of ASEAN countries extended congratulations on the successful convening of the ASEAN Plus Three Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and appreciated China, Japan and the ROK for supporting ASEAN centrality. They noted that the APT mechanism came into being in response to the Asian financial crisis and the cooperation has achieved remarkable results. Amid rising unilateralism, increasing tariffs and trade barriers, and heightening geopolitical tensions, APT cooperation is more precious than ever. All parties should continue to play a strategic guiding role, and advance inclusive development and sustainable peace in the region. All parties agreed to advance the implementation of the RCEP, improve the regional financial safety net, enhance food security cooperation, and put forward suggestions on strengthening innovation cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital transformation, enhancing security cooperation such as combating transnational crimes, and promoting social and cultural exchanges.

Wang Yi Attends the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

July 11 (MFA) — On the afternoon of July 11, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi noted that security is closely connected with development. The rapid development of the Asia-Pacific benefited from a generally peaceful and stable regional environment, which should be cherished all the more. The ARF is an important multilateral security platform in the Asia-Pacific region led by ASEAN, and it bears on significant responsibility for maintaining regional peace and stability. The ASEAN Community Vision 2045 proposes revitalizing the ARF and enhancing confidence-building measures, which China welcomes.

Wang Yi stated that the world today has entered a period of turbulence and transformation. To ensure the stability and development of the Asia-Pacific and to enable the ARF to continue playing its due role, China proposes the following: uphold the vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security; work to build a balanced, effective and sustainable regional security architecture, actively build a model of security for Asia that features sharing weal and woe, seeking common ground while shelving differences, and prioritizing dialogue and consultation, and blaze a new path toward security that features dialogue over confrontation, partnership over alliance, and win-win results over zero-sum game.

First, remain committed to sharing weal and woe. There is no such thing as “absolute security” in the world, and no one’s security is superior to that of others. Creating division and confrontation through a zero-sum mindset runs counter to the goal of maintaining security. It is essential to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, uphold peaceful settlement of disputes, oppose the threat or use of force, and address both symptoms and root causes to eliminate the sources of conflict and war.

Second, advocate for seeking common ground while shelving differences. Asia calls for Eastern wisdom that values harmony and peaceful coexistence. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Bandung Conference. It is important to draw wisdom from the Bandung Spirit, seek common ground while overcoming differences, and take seriously and accommodate the legitimate security concerns of all parties.

Third, act on dialogue and consultation. China is ready to work with regional countries to enhance understanding and trust through sincere communication, bridge and resolve differences through dialogue and consultation, and provide greater vitality for confidence-building measures and preventive diplomacy across various fields of the ARF.

The 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Held in Kuala Lumpur

July 11 (MFA) — On July 11, 2025, the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur. Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended the meeting and delivered remarks.

Wang Yi noted that this year marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the East Asia Summit. All parties should seize this opportunity to enhance mutual understanding and trust, uphold peace and stability, and promote development and prosperity. China put forward three proposals:

First, return to dialogue. The original intention of the Summit is to carry out constructive dialogue and enhance strategic mutual trust. However, certain countries outside the region have deviated from this track in recent years, frequently using the Summit platform to hype up differences, attack other countries, and interfere in internal affairs. Wang Yi expressed the hope that all parties can respect each other, communicate in good faith, and focus on increasing understanding and cooperation. China supports the issuance of a commemorative declaration on the 20th anniversary of the Summit this year to chart the course for the future development of the Summit.

Second, return to development. It is important to keep the focus on development, the greatest common denominator, and through pragmatic cooperation, strive to ensure that people in East Asia live better lives. Unilateralism and protectionism are short-sighted and dangerous. The best choice for all parties is to make the pie of cooperation bigger and share the fruits of development. China is ready to work with all parties to implement the East Asia Summit Plan of Action and stimulate regional growth vitality.

Third, return to openness. One helpful experience from East Asia cooperation is the practice of open regionalism. China supports the ASEAN-centered regional cooperation architecture, firmly upholds the multilateral trading system, builds a high-level regional free trade network, and promotes regional integration. China opposes bringing Cold War mentality and bloc confrontation into the region, and rejects attempts to create competing structures or exclusive “small circles”.

Wang Yi emphasized that the root cause of tensions in the Taiwan Strait lies in the increasingly rampant separatist activities of ”Taiwan independence” and the connivance and support by external forces. Some claim to safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, but if they truly care about peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, they must resolutely stop the ”Taiwan independence” forces from expanding. Some say that the status quo of the Taiwan Strait should not be changed, but the fact that Taiwan and the mainland both belong to one and the same China is the fundamental status quo of the Taiwan Strait. It is the sacred mission of every country to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Wang Yi expressed the hope that all countries will continue to unequivocally uphold the one-China principle, oppose any form of “Taiwan independence”, and support China’s reunification.

Wang Yi also elaborated on China’s solemn position on the South China Sea issue.

On the same day, Wang Yi attended the ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and continued to meet with foreign ministers of relevant countries.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Meets with Wang Yi

July 11 (MFA) — On July 11, 2025, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met in Putrajaya with Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who came to Malaysia for the series of annual foreign ministers’ meetings on East Asia cooperation.

Anwar Ibrahim asked Wang Yi to convey his cordial greetings to President Xi Jinping, stating that China is a trustworthy friend and partner of Malaysia. President Xi Jinping’s successful visit this year is a significant event in the history of Malaysia-China relations. President Xi Jinping’s care and thoughts about the future and destiny of the world have earned the heartfelt respect of the Malaysian government and people. Friendship with China is a consensus of both the government and the people of Malaysia, and the fruitful cooperation in various fields between Malaysia and China has benefited the people of both countries. In today’s world where multilateral mechanisms such as BRICS are growing stronger and countries are pursuing independence, development and prosperity, China has played a leading role, which Malaysia deeply appreciates.

Wang Yi conveyed the cordial greetings of Chinese leaders. Wang Yi said that President Xi Jinping paid a successful state visit to Malaysia in April this year, during which both sides announced the building of a high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future. Under the joint guidance of the leaders of China and Malaysia, the China-Malaysia relationship has been at its best in history. China is a sincere friend of Malaysia and is ready to work with Malaysia to follow through on the important common understandings reached between the leaders of both countries and to make in-depth and solid progress in the building of the high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future. China fully supports Malaysia’s role as the rotating chair of ASEAN, supports Malaysia in playing a greater role in international and regional affairs, and looks forward to continuous, new steps in China-ASEAN cooperation.

Wang Yi said that the tide of history always moves forward, and the rise of the Global South is unstoppable. As developing countries, emerging economies, and key representatives of the Global South, China and Malaysia should join hands to address challenges and seek development and revitalization. The United States’ unilateral imposition of high tariffs is irresponsible and unpopular. China will always stand with the vast number of developing countries, remain committed to high-level opening up, share the benefits of China’s mega-sized market, and jointly make the pie of win-win cooperation bigger.

During the visit, Wang Yi also met with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan.

Wang Yi Meets with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan

July 11 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that in April this year, President Xi Jinping paid a successful state visit to Malaysia, during which the two sides announced the building of a high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future, marking an important milestone in the history of bilateral relations. The two sides should work together to deliver on the important common understandings reached between the leaders of the two countries, put into practice the Belt and Road cooperation plan, strengthen cooperation on economy, trade, investment and connectivity, advance key projects such as the East Coast Rail Link and the “Two Countries, Twin Parks”, deepen cooperation in frontier areas, seize the opportunities of the new industrial revolution, and jointly build a regional highland for cooperation on new quality productive forces. The two sides should continue to successfully hold the “Confucian-Islamic Civilizational Dialogue” and ensure the implementation of the mutual visa exemption agreement that will soon come into effect to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and consolidate the public foundation. China is ready to work with Malaysia to consolidate political mutual trust, deepen the integration of interests, enhance strategic coordination, carry forward everlasting friendship, and turn the roadmap drawn up by the two leaders into real projects step by step, so as to bring more benefits to the two peoples and contribute more to regional peace, stability and prosperity.

Wang Yi said that China and ASEAN are good neighbors, good friends and good partners. China and ASEAN have fully completed negotiations on the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, taking concrete actions to expand the common market and safeguard free trade. The United States has imposed high tariffs on ASEAN countries simply based on a single letter, which is a typical act of unilateralism and bullying that no country would recognize or support. China’s resolute countermeasures are not only to safeguard its own interests, but also to defend the common interests of all countries, including ASEAN member states. China is ready to strengthen cooperation with ASEAN to jointly uphold the multilateral trading system, keep global industrial and supply chains stable, and promote a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.

Mohamad Hasan said that Malaysia-China relations are now at their best in history. In a world full of uncertainties, it is timely to strengthen Malaysia-China and ASEAN-China cooperation. Malaysia cherishes the friendship between the two countries and firmly adheres to the one-China policy. Malaysia supports the three major global initiatives put forth by President Xi Jinping and is willing to deepen practical cooperation with China in economy, trade and investment, infrastructure, digital economy, green development and other areas. Under the current circumstances, it is clear who is a true friend. In the face of tariffs and other issues, Malaysia will not just consider its own interests, nor will it sacrifice the interests of third parties, as that is not the ASEAN way. As the ASEAN’s rotating chair and the Country Coordinator for ASEAN-China Dialogue Relations, Malaysia will work to further strengthen ASEAN-China cooperation and promote regional peace, stability and prosperity.

Wang Yi Meets with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov

July 10 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that the heads of state of China and Russia have maintained strategic communication to guide the sound and steady growth of China-Russia relations amid profound changes unseen in a century. In May this year, President Xi Jinping paid a successful visit to Russia and attended the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War of the Soviet Union, commemorating history together with the peace-loving people of all countries and opening up the future. Last month, the two heads of state had a phone call, jointly sending a strong voice of China and Russia on international and regional hotspot issues. China is ready to work with Russia to fully implement the common understandings reached between the two heads of state, continuously elevate the level of China-Russia strategic coordination, safeguard the security and development interests of both countries, and support each other’s development and rejuvenation.

Wang Yi said that the Asia-Pacific is a highland of development and promising land for cooperation, as well as a shared neighborhood for China and Russia. As important dialogue partners of ASEAN, China and Russia should strengthen strategic coordination on the East Asian cooperation platform, support the ASEAN-centered, open and inclusive regional cooperation architecture, uphold the right direction of the East Asia Summit and the ASEAN Regional Forum, and help further build development consensus for the East Asia cooperation mechanism, making it a major engine and positive force for global development.

Sergei Lavrov, on behalf of Russia, extended congratulations on the 104th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). He said that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, China and Russia have maintained close coordination and cooperation, which demonstrates the global and strategic significance of the bilateral relationship, especially under current circumstances. Both Russia and China support ASEAN’s central role in regional cooperation and are committed to safeguarding peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The two countries should remain vigilant against attempts by a certain major power to sow division and provoke confrontation in the region. Russia will fully support China in assuming the rotating presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, jointly prepare for the next phase of high-level exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and strengthen communication and coordination within frameworks such as BRICS.

The two sides exchanged views on the Iranian nuclear issue. Sergei Lavrov introduced Russia’s position and considerations. Wang Yi said that the use of force cannot bring peace, and that pressure will not solve problems. Dialogue and negotiation is the fundamental way out. China values Iran’s commitment not to develop nuclear weapons and respects Iran’s right as a state party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons to peacefully use nuclear energy. As permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and important participants in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, China and Russia should continue to strengthen strategic coordination, promote the political and diplomatic settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue, jointly uphold the international nuclear non-proliferation regime, and advance peace and stability in the Middle East at an early date.

The two sides also had an exchange of views on other international and regional hotspot issues of common interest and concern, including the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

Wang Yi Meets with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Viet Nam Bui Thanh Son

July 11 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Viet Nam Bui Thanh Son in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that in April this year, General Secretary and President Xi Jinping paid a successful state visit to Viet Nam, during which the top leaders of the two Parties and the two countries made strategic plans to deepen the China-Viet Nam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance. At present, bilateral cooperation in various fields continues to expand, connectivity development is being advanced across the board, and people-to-people exchanges are delivering numerous highlights. China gives Viet Nam high priority in its neighborhood diplomacy and is ready to work with Viet Nam to take the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as a new starting point to maintain high-level exchanges, strengthen strategic mutual trust, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, properly handle differences, and continuously make new progress in the building of the China-Viet Nam community with a shared future.

Wang Yi said that in the face of complex and volatile international and regional situations, China is ready to enhance strategic coordination with Viet Nam on the East Asia cooperation platform. China welcomes Viet Nam to become a BRICS partner country, and supports Viet Nam in joining the big family of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization at an early date to jointly uphold true multilateralism and safeguard international fairness and justice. China always opposes economic and trade bullying as well as tariff coercion, and advocates for resolving economic, trade and tariff issues through equal-footed dialogue. China stands ready to work with Viet Nam to jointly uphold multilateral trade rules and systems and safeguard the legitimate interests of all countries through solidarity and self-reliance.

Bui Thanh Son said that the top leaders of the two Parties and the two countries successfully achieved mutual visits, providing joint guidance for advancing the building of the Viet Nam-China community with a shared future along the right track. Viet Nam is willing to work with China to follow through on the important common understandings reached between the leaders, make good plans for high-level exchanges in line with the six overarching goals of “stronger political mutual trust, more substantive security cooperation, deeper practical cooperation, more solid popular foundation, closer coordination and collaboration on multilateral affairs, and better management and resolution of differences”, give play to the coordinating role of the steering committee for bilateral cooperation, and deepen practical cooperation in such areas as railways, finance, science and technology, and people-to-people and cultural exchanges. Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries are pleased with the leapfrog development of ASEAN-China cooperation and are willing to work with China to achieve greater development of ASEAN-China relations and work for the early conclusion of consultations on the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea. Viet Nam is willing to maintain close communication with China, safeguard multilateralism and international trade rules, and jointly promote development and prosperity in the region and the world.

Wang Yi Meets with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn

July 11 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that the China-Cambodia friendship has withstood the tests of international changes and remains rock-solid. In April this year, President Xi Jinping paid a historic visit to Cambodia, which was of milestone significance. The two leaders jointly announced the building of an all-weather China-Cambodia community with a shared future in the new era, and both sides have once again taken the lead in building a community with a shared future for mankind. Facing the volatile and turbulent international situation, China is ready to be a trustworthy friend and partner of Cambodia. The Chinese side is ready to work with the Cambodian side to implement the outcomes of President Xi Jinping’s visit to Cambodia, expand areas of cooperation, enrich bilateral cooperation, and bring more benefits to the Cambodian people through building the China-Cambodia community with a shared future.

Wang Yi stated that China and Cambodia should strengthen cooperation within the framework of the three global initiatives, enrich the “Diamond Hexagon” cooperation framework between the two countries, implement the cooperation plans for the “Industrial Development Corridor” and the “Fish and Rice Corridor”, and advance the implementation of early harvest projects. Wang Yi expressed the hope that both sides will take stronger and more effective measures to resolutely combat cross-border crimes such as online gambling, telecommunications fraud, counterfeiting and smuggling, thoroughly eradicate these malignant tumors, and ensure the safety of the people of both countries.

Wang Yi stressed that the United States imposing high tariffs on Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries is an attempt to deprive all parties of their legitimate rights to development. He expressed confidence that Southeast Asian countries are capable of coping with the complex situation, upholding principled positions, and safeguarding their own interests as well as the common interests of all parties.

Prak Sokhonn said that China is Cambodia’s most reliable friend. President Xi Jinping’s visit to Cambodia this year was very successful, and both sides decided to build an all-weather Cambodia-China community with a shared future in the new era. Cambodia firmly supports the three global initiatives proposed by China. He expressed gratitude for China’s selfless assistance in Cambodia’s economic and social development and the willingness to follow through on the common understandings reached between the leaders of the two countries, deepen pragmatic cooperation in trade, infrastructure and other fields, and jointly combat transnational crimes such as online gambling and telecommunications fraud. He thanked China for giving zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent tariff lines from Cambodia, calling it an act of friendship and brotherhood and a great help to Cambodia, which stands in stark contrast to the 36 percent tariff imposed by the United States on Cambodia. Cambodia is willing to resolve differences with the United States through negotiations but will neither abandon its principles and interests nor sacrifice the interests of third parties.

Wang Yi listened to Prak Sokhonn’s briefing on the situation at the Cambodia-Thailand border. He said that although Cambodia and Thailand hold different positions, both sides are willing to manage the situation and ease tensions. Noting that Cambodia and Thailand are neighbors that cannot be moved away, Wang Yi expressed the belief that both sides will surely uphold the spirit of valuing the primacy of peace and forging friendships with neighbors to properly handle the issue. China will maintain an impartial, fair and just stance, respond to the needs of the parties concerned, and play a constructive role in this regard.

Wang Yi Meets with Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa

July 11 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and Thai leaders, new and practical results have been made continuously in the building of a China-Thailand community with a shared future. Both sides grandly celebrated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of China-Thailand diplomatic relations and “the Golden Jubilee of China-Thailand Friendship”. The leaders of the two countries exchanged congratulatory messages, enriching the contemporary connotation of “China and Thailand being as close as one family”. China firmly supports Thailand in successfully and steadily following a development path that suits its national conditions. China has always placed the development of China-Thailand relations in an important position in its neighborhood diplomacy and is ready to work with Thailand to promote the building of a China-Thailand community with a shared future to a higher level and greater depth.

Wang Yi stated that China is ready to deepen the convergence of interests with Thailand, seek further synergy of development strategies, and create new growth drivers such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence, cross-border e-commerce, and green development to empower the modernization processes of both countries. Wang Yi called on the two sides to accelerate the construction of the China-Thailand Railway and give play to the demonstration effect of major projects to promote the implementation of the vision of interconnected development of China, Laos and Thailand.

Wang Yi said that the abuse of tariffs by the United States undermines the free trade system and disrupt the stability of the global industrial and supply chains. He expressed the belief that Thailand and other ASEAN countries will safeguard their respective legitimate interests, resist unilateralism, power politics and bullying acts, deepen the building of a community with a shared future among Lancang-Mekong countries, and promote the sound development of East Asian cooperation. China is committed to signing the protocol for the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area within the year to expand the common market and safeguard the rules of the World Trade Organization and the multilateral trading system with concrete actions.

Wang Yi emphasized that both Thailand and Cambodia are China’s good neighbors and good friends. Regarding the border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, China hopes that both sides will act in goodwill towards each other and properly resolve the issue through friendly dialogue and consultation, so as to deescalate the situation and restore stability at an early date. China will uphold an objective and impartial stance and play a constructive role in promoting harmonious coexistence between Thailand and Cambodia.

Maris Sangiampongsa said that China is a reliable friend of Thailand. Over the past 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the two sides have maintained mutual trust and respected each other’s core interests. Thailand and China continue to be as close as one family, and new results have been achieved constantly in the building of a Thailand-China community with a shared future. Thailand firmly abides by the one-China principle and looks forward to strengthening high-level exchanges with China, enhancing cooperation in areas such as connectivity, economy and trade, agriculture, and combating transnational crimes, and deepening Lancang-Mekong Cooperation to better achieve common development. Thailand firmly supports multilateralism, stays committed to safeguarding the multilateral trading system, and hopes to restore the normal trade order at an early date. Territorial and border issues cannot be resolved by force. Maris Sangiampongsa thanked China for upholding an objective and fair stance and advocating for peace and talks. The Thai side is ready to resolve disputes by consultation through bilateral channels in the spirit of good-neighborliness and friendship.

Wang Yi Meets with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath

July 12 (MFA) — On July 12, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that China and Sri Lanka enjoy a traditional friendship. In January this year, President Xi Jinping held fruitful talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, during which they reached important common understandings on deepening the China-Sri Lanka strategic cooperative partnership and jointly building a China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future, charting the course and providing guidance for the development of China-Sri Lanka relations. China is ready to work with Sri Lanka to promote the development of the strategic cooperative partnership featuring sincere mutual assistance and ever-lasting friendship between the two countries.

Wang Yi stated that China is a reliable partner of Sri Lanka. The two sides should deepen high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and practical cooperation in various fields. Both sides should jointly implement the two flagship projects for the comprehensive development of Colombo Port City and Hambantota Port, accelerate the negotiations on the China-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement, and create new growth drivers for cooperation in areas such as green energy, digital economy, modern agriculture and marine economy. China-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation is mutually beneficial and win-win. It does not target any third party and should not be disrupted by any third party. China is ready to enhance coordination and cooperation with Sri Lanka on East Asian cooperation platforms such as the ASEAN Regional Forum to jointly maintain stability and development in the region. The so-called “Indo-Pacific Strategy”, which provokes bloc confrontation and coerces parties to take sides, is not in line with the trend of the times and will not receive support from regional countries.

Vijitha Herath said, Sri Lanka attaches great importance to its relations with China and firmly abides by the one-China principle. He thanked China for its firm support in safeguarding Sri Lanka’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, and for extending timely assistance when Sri Lanka was in difficulty. The cooperation between Sri Lanka and China has brought great benefits to the Sri Lankan people and has effectively promoted the overall development and connectivity of the region. Sri Lanka is ready to work with China to deliver on the common understandings reached between the two heads of state, strengthen practical cooperation in various fields such as economy, trade, investment, infrastructure and the ocean, and further deepen the Sri Lanka-China strategic cooperative partnership.

Wang Yi Meets with Adviser for Foreign Affairs of the Interim Government of Bangladesh Touhid Hossain

July 10 (MFA) — On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Adviser for Foreign Affairs of the Interim Government of Bangladesh Touhid Hossain in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi noted that President Xi Jinping and Chief Adviser of the Bangladeshi Interim Government Muhammad Yunus reached important common understandings on deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Bangladesh, providing strategic guidance for the development of bilateral relations. China has always been committed to promoting strategic cooperation with Bangladesh on the basis of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and pursues a policy of good neighborliness and friendship with all people of Bangladesh. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Bangladesh, which holds significant importance to build on past achievements and pursue new progress. China supports the interim government of Bangladesh in its governance and backs the efforts of Bangladesh to hold the general election smoothly and successfully and to pursue a development path that suits its national conditions. China is willing to always be a trustworthy good friend, good neighbor and good partner of Bangladesh. Wang Yi stressed that China-Bangladesh cooperation is mutually beneficial and win-win. China provides Bangladesh with zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent of its products, creating opportunities for Bangladesh’s development. In contrast, the United States imposes a 35 percent tariff on Bangladesh, one of the least developed countries, which is neither reasonable nor ethical.

Wang Yi said that China is committed to building a community with a shared future with its neighbors. As the largest neighbor of South Asian countries, China is willing to join hands with Bangladesh and other South Asian countries to achieve modernization and jointly contribute to the development and revitalization of Asia. The China-Bangladesh-Pakistan Trilateral Vice Foreign Minister/Foreign Secretary meeting was successfully held in Kunming. China looks forward to making joint efforts with Bangladesh and Pakistan to solidly advance the trilateral cooperation and achieve tangible results.

Touhid Hossain said that China is a reliable and trustworthy partner and friend for Bangladesh. Developing friendly cooperation with China is a consensus among the Bangladeshi people. He expressed gratitude for the selfless assistance that China has provided for Bangladesh’s development over the years. He stated that Bangladesh firmly adheres to the one-China principle and is ready to learn from China’s governance experience, expand friendly cooperation in economy, trade, healthcare and other fields, strengthen regional multilateral coordination and cooperation, and take the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as an opportunity to elevate bilateral relations to a new level.