As Davos 2025 approaches, Switzerland's Ambassador to China, Juerg Burri, has highlighted the strengthening of bilateral ties between Switzerland and the Chinese mainland. In a recent interview with CGTN, Ambassador Burri pointed to the visit of the Chinese Vice Premier as a key indicator of the deepening relationship between the two nations.
\"The visit demonstrates the mutual commitment to enhancing our partnership,\" Ambassador Burri stated. He emphasized Switzerland's dedication to free trade and its prominent role in global innovation, areas where collaboration with China is seen as highly beneficial.
Switzerland, known for its robust economy and innovation leadership, views cooperation with China as an opportunity to further advance in technology and trade. \"Our commitment to free trade remains unwavering,\" Ambassador Burri affirmed. \"We believe that open markets and collaborative innovation are essential for global progress.\"
The strengthening ties come at a pivotal time, with global economies seeking to navigate post-pandemic recovery and technological advancement. Both Switzerland and China are poised to leverage their strengths in innovation and trade to foster economic growth and address shared challenges.
Ambassador Burri's remarks underscore the importance of international cooperation in today's interconnected world. As preparations for Davos 2025 continue, the partnership between Switzerland and China is expected to contribute significantly to discussions on global economic development and innovation.
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Davos 2025: Swiss ambassador on China partnership, trade & innovation
cgtn.com
