China's top legislator Zhao Leji reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to deepening cooperation with Italy during high-level talks with Italian Senate President Ignazio La Russa in Beijing on Monday. The meeting marked a strategic push to enhance collaboration in shipbuilding, aerospace, and renewable energy while celebrating 50 years of China-EU diplomatic relations.
Foundations of Partnership
As chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee, Zhao emphasized mutual respect and win-win cooperation as cornerstones of bilateral relations. He acknowledged Italy's adherence to the one-China principle and proposed expanding cultural exchanges in tourism, education, and the arts alongside industrial partnerships.
Economic Horizons Expand
Both leaders identified green energy and advanced manufacturing as key growth areas, with Zhao inviting Italian companies to 'grow alongside the Chinese economy.' La Russa concurred, highlighting opportunities for joint innovation in science and technology sectors while underscoring Italy's role in fostering stable EU-China relations.
Parliamentary Bridges Built
The dialogue concluded with plans for closer legislative exchanges between China's NPC and Italy's parliament, positioning institutional cooperation as a driver for multilateral engagement. This development coincides with commemorations of five decades of China-EU diplomatic ties, offering new frameworks for economic and cultural coordination across continents.
