At the Davos 2025 summit, Switzerland's Ambassador to China, Juerg Burri, shared insights on the evolving partnership between Switzerland and China. Highlighting the strengthening bilateral ties, Ambassador Burri pointed to an upcoming visit by the Chinese vice premier as a significant indicator of the deepening relationship between the two nations.
\"The upcoming visit of the Chinese vice premier is a testament to the robust collaboration and mutual trust that has been building between Switzerland and China,\" Ambassador Burri stated.
He emphasized Switzerland's unwavering commitment to free trade, noting that open markets are essential for global economic growth and innovation. \"Switzerland has always been a proponent of free trade,\" he said. \"Our role in global innovation is intertwined with our ability to collaborate and exchange ideas freely with partners like China.\"
The ambassador also underscored the importance of innovation in driving economic development. \"Innovation is at the heart of Switzerland's economic success, and we see great potential in collaborating with China in this area,\" he added.
The strengthened partnership between Switzerland and China is expected to foster new opportunities in trade, technology, and cultural exchange, benefiting both countries and contributing to global economic stability.
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Davos 2025: Swiss ambassador on China partnership, trade & innovation
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