In a significant diplomatic engagement in Beijing this Thursday, Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with a visiting delegation of United States senators, led by Steve Daines, to discuss the trajectory of bilateral relations between the world's two largest economies.
Premier Li emphasized that the Chinese mainland is prepared to work closely with the United States to implement the critical consensus reached by the two heads of state. He highlighted the importance of enhancing dialogue and communication to foster a favorable atmosphere for exchanges across all levels of society and cooperation in various sectors, striving for more practical achievements between the two nations.
Reflecting on the current strategic landscape, the Premier recalled the phone conversation between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump in February this year. According to Premier Li, that exchange provided essential strategic guidance for the ongoing development of China-US relations.
During the meeting, Premier Li stressed that history and practice have demonstrated that mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation are the most effective paths for the two major countries to get along. He advocated for a shift away from zero-sum games and confrontation, urging the US to choose mutually beneficial cooperation instead.
A central point of the discussion focused on economic stability. The Chinese premier expressed hope for the maintenance of predictable and stable economic and trade relations, noting that such stability serves the fundamental interests of both countries.
Addressing sensitive geopolitical issues, Premier Li underscored that the Taiwan question remains a core interest of China and represents the first "red line" that must not be crossed in bilateral relations. He called upon the US Congress to handle China-related issues with prudence, proceeding from the broader picture of friendship and cooperation to ensure that ties remain stable, healthy, and sustainable.
The meeting concluded with a call to improve the well-being of both peoples, aiming to inject positive energy and greater certainty into the global landscape.
Reference(s):
Premier Li: China, US should strive for more practical achievements
cgtn.com
