Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Friday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation on global issues.
Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that under the strategic guidance of both nations’ leaders, China-UK relations are back on the right track of improvement and development.
“Both sides should regain the original intention of being strategic partners, grasp the general trend of mutually beneficial cooperation, adhere to mutual respect, properly handle differences, and respond to the expectations of all sectors of our countries,” Wang Yi stated.
Highlighting that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of World War Two, Wang Yi noted that as co-creators of the post-war order and permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, China and Britain share a responsibility to fulfill international obligations. He called for safeguarding the achievements of World War Two, maintaining the free trade system, and contributing to world peace and development.
David Lammy expressed that the momentum for improving and developing bilateral relations is positive, with increasing exchanges at all levels. “The British side looks forward to further strengthening communication with China, taking more substantive actions, and promoting cooperation in various fields such as economy and trade,” Lammy said.
He reaffirmed Britain’s adherence to the one-China policy and commitment to developing stable and mature relations with China.
The two diplomats also exchanged views on international and regional issues, including the Iranian nuclear issue and the Ukraine crisis.
