Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended a press conference on China's foreign policy and external relations on the sidelines of the third session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing, capital of China, March 7, 2025.
During the press conference, Wang Yi addressed China’s foreign policy on China-U.S. ties and China-Russia ties, among other issues with high international concerns.
Here is a full video of the press conference.
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During the press conference, Wang Yi addressed China’s foreign policy on China-U.S. ties and China-Russia ties, among other issues with high international concerns.
Here is a full video of the press conference.
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00:00:00Friends from the media, good morning.
00:00:03I'm very pleased to meet you again.
00:00:08Thank you for your continued interest in and support of China's diplomacy.
00:00:16The year 2024 saw profound changes in the international landscape, as well as remarkable
00:00:22progress in China's reform and development.
00:00:27Under the stewardship of General Secretary Xi Jinping, China made important progress
00:00:32in its diplomacy.
00:00:35We fostered a good external environment for China's high-quality development, brought
00:00:41much-needed stability to a changing and turbulent world, and made new and solid strides in building
00:00:48a community with a shared future for mankind.
00:00:52This year, the international situation is still full of challenges, but the mission
00:00:56of China's diplomacy remains unchanged.
00:00:59We will, along with other countries, continue to uphold what is right, highly steer the
00:01:04direction of our era, defend international fairness and justice, and safeguard world
00:01:09peace and stability.
00:01:11With that, I'm ready to take your questions.
00:01:16The floor is now open for questions.
00:01:47China Central Television, could you walk us through what China's head of state diplomacy
00:01:52has achieved in the past year, and what highlights can we expect in the year ahead?
00:01:58Head of state diplomacy is the highest form of China's diplomacy.
00:02:04In the past year, President Xi Jinping personally planned and conducted head of state diplomacy,
00:02:11and many fruitful results were achieved.
00:02:14Many wonderful moments are still fresh in our memory.
00:02:17The three monumental events that China hosted last year, namely the conference marking the
00:02:2370th anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, the Beijing Summit of
00:02:27the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, and the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, set
00:02:32a new benchmark of the global south, joining hands for common progress.
00:02:37The four overseas visits by President Xi to Europe, Central Asia, the BRICS, and Latin
00:02:41America generated new dynamism for global solidarity and cooperation.
00:02:48President Xi also hosted many leaders and friends from foreign countries in more than
00:02:52130 diplomatic engagements, adding a new, beautiful page to the annals of China's friendship
00:02:59with the world.
00:03:01President Xi Jinping, as the leader of a major country and a big political party, has shown
00:03:06a global vision and showed the responsibility of our time, and led China's diplomacy in
00:03:12upholding fundamental principles, breaking new ground, and making steady progress.
00:03:17China's relations with the world have thus undergone positive and profound changes.
00:03:22First, China's foreign policies, especially those important concepts and initiatives proposed
00:03:28by President Xi, are increasingly welcomed and supported by the international community.
00:03:35Second, China's important role in addressing global challenges and resolving burning and
00:03:41tough issues is more and more expected and commended by countries across the world.
00:03:49Third, the success of China's modernization and the inspiration it offers are increasingly
00:03:56recognized and emulated by more and more countries.
00:04:02The year 2025 is important for both China and the world.
00:04:07There will be new highlights in China's head-of-state diplomacy.
00:04:11Last month, President Xi attended the opening ceremony of the Asian Winter Games, marking
00:04:17the beginning of the diplomatic events that China will host this year.
00:04:21We will solemnly commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War
00:04:26of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, and hold a
00:04:31series of major events, including the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit.
00:04:36President Xi is expected to make a number of overseas visits.
00:04:40Head-of-state diplomacy will ride a new chapter of closer cooperation and shared success between
00:04:47China and the world.
00:04:49MODERATORS' QUESTIONS IN CHINESE
00:05:20MODERATORS' QUESTIONS IN CHINESE
00:05:28Yitar Tass, there have been frequent interactions between the leaders of China and Russia since
00:05:34last year, and China-Russia relations have enjoyed sound development.
00:05:39At the same time, some are wondering whether recent Russia-U.S. talks would affect China-Russia
00:05:45strategic coordination.
00:05:47What is your take on China-Russia relations?
00:05:50I have been asked about China-Russia relations every year, although from different perspectives
00:05:58each time.
00:05:59What I want to emphasize is that no matter how the international landscape evolves, the
00:06:05historical logic of China-Russia friendship will not change, and its internal driving
00:06:10force will not diminish.
00:06:13Based on deep reflections and historical experience, China and Russia have decided
00:06:17to forge everlasting good-neighborliness and friendship, conduct comprehensive strategic
00:06:21coordination, and pursue mutual benefit cooperation and win-win, because this best serves the
00:06:27fundamental interests of the two peoples and conforms to the trend of our times.
00:06:32The two countries have found a path of non-alliance, non-confrontation, and not targeting any third
00:06:38party in developing new relations.
00:06:41It is a pioneering effort in forging a new model of major country relations and a set
00:06:46of fine examples for relations between neighboring countries.
00:06:50A mature, resilient, and stable China-Russia relationship will not be swayed by any turn
00:06:55of events, let alone be subject to interference by any third party.
00:07:00It is a constant in a turbulent world, rather than a variable in geopolitical games.
00:07:09Last year marked the 75th anniversary of China-Russia diplomatic relations.
00:07:15President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin had three face-to-face meetings, jointly
00:07:19steering the China-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership of Coordination for the New Era
00:07:25into a new historical stage.
00:07:28This year will be the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II.
00:07:32Xi Jinping, China, and Russia fought valiantly in the main theaters of Asia and Europe respectively.
00:07:42The two nations made immense sacrifice for and major historic contributions to the victory
00:07:49of the World Anti-Fascist War.
00:07:52The two sides will take the opportunity of joint commemoration of this important historical
00:07:56milestone to advocate the correct historical view of World War II, defend its victorious
00:08:02outcomes, uphold the UN Central International System, and promote a more just and equitable
00:08:09international order.
00:08:32You said that China's diplomacy brought much-needed stability to a changing and turbulent world
00:08:51in 2024.
00:08:53As more transformation and chaos are expected in 2025, what role will China play in the
00:08:59world on the diplomatic front?
00:09:04As you said, we are living in a changing and turbulent world where certainty is becoming
00:09:12a scarce resource.
00:09:14The choices made by countries, especially major countries, will determine the trajectory
00:09:19of our times and shape the future of the world.
00:09:23China's diplomacy will stand firm on the right side of history and on the side of human
00:09:31purpose.
00:09:33We will provide certainty to this uncertain world.
00:09:39We will be a staunch force defending our national interests.
00:09:45The Chinese people have a glorious tradition of relentlessly seeking self-renewal.
00:09:50We never provoke, and we are not intimidated by provocations.
00:09:54No maximum pressure, threat, or blackmail can undermine the unity of the 1.4 billion
00:10:01people or stop our historic strides toward the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
00:10:09We will be a just and a righteous force for world peace and stability.
00:10:13We will continue to expand our global partnerships featuring equality, openness, and cooperation,
00:10:20actively use the Chinese approach in resolving hotspot issues, and write a new chapter of
00:10:26the Global South seeking strength through unity.
00:10:29We will prove with facts that the path of peaceful development is bright and can ensure
00:10:35stable and sustainable progress, and that it should be the choice of all countries.
00:10:44We will be a progressive force for international fairness and justice.
00:10:48We will uphold true multilateralism and bear in mind the future of humanity and the well-being
00:10:54of the people.
00:10:55We will promote global governance that is based on extensive consultation, joint contribution,
00:11:01shared benefit.
00:11:02We will observe the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and build more consensus
00:11:08for an equal and orderly multiple world.
00:11:11We will be a constructive force for common development of the world.
00:11:17We will continue to expand high standard opening up and share the vast opportunities
00:11:23of Chinese modernization with all countries.
00:11:26We will safeguard the multilateral free trade system, foster an open, inclusive, and non-discriminatory
00:11:32environment for international cooperation, and advance a universally beneficial and inclusive
00:11:38economic globalization.
00:12:10CNN, President Trump has adopted an America first policy after his return to the White
00:12:32House.
00:12:33Less than two months into his presidency, he has spoken about withdrawing from international
00:12:38organizations and treaties, and suspending U.S. aid to foreign countries, and has threatened
00:12:43traditional allies.
00:12:45Do you think this is good for China's development?
00:12:48Does it provide a strategic opportunity for China to play a bigger role in international
00:12:52affairs and reshape the global landscape?
00:12:55This is a very sharp question, but I'm ready to share with you my views.
00:13:04There are more than 190 countries in the world.
00:13:08Should everyone stress my country first and obsess over a position of strength, the law
00:13:17of the jungle would reign the world again.
00:13:20Smaller and weaker countries would bear the brunt first, and international norms and order
00:13:25would take a body blow.
00:13:29The Paris Conference over 100 years ago, the Chinese asked a question resonating across
00:13:34the ages.
00:13:36Does right prevail over might, or does might make right?
00:13:42New China stands firm on the side of international justice and resolutely opposes power politics
00:13:50and hegemony.
00:13:53History should move forward, not backward.
00:13:56A big country should honor its international obligations and fulfill its due responsibilities.
00:14:05It should not put selfish interests before principles, still less willed is power to
00:14:09bully the weak.
00:14:10A saying in the West goes, there are no eternal friends, only permanent interests.
00:14:15But we in China believe that friends should be permanent, and we should pursue common
00:14:20interests.
00:14:21With a keen understanding of the trend of history and our times, President Xi Jinping
00:14:28has proposed building a community with a shared future for mankind and called on all countries
00:14:34to transcend disagreements and differences, jointly protect our only planet, and develop
00:14:43together the global village as our common home.
00:14:48This great vision reflects not only the fine tradition of Chinese civilization that the
00:14:55world belongs to all, but also the internationalist commitment of Chinese communists.
00:15:01It enables us to see the well-being of the entire humanity, just like having a bird's
00:15:07eye view of all the mountains that will look small when we stand on the peak, as described
00:15:12in an ancient Chinese poem.
00:15:13We are pleased to see that more and more countries have joined the cause of building a community
00:15:17with a shared future for mankind.
00:15:19Over 100 countries support China's global development initiative, global security initiative,
00:15:24and global civilization initiative, and that more than three-quarters of countries across
00:15:28the world have joined the family of Belt and Road Cooperation.
00:15:32History will prove that a real winner is the one that keeps in mind the interests of all,
00:15:38and that a community with a shared future for mankind will ensure the world belongs
00:15:43to everyone, and that everyone will have a bright future.
00:16:02I'm from Radio Republic Indonesia.
00:16:04My question is, developing countries and small and medium-sized countries are more likely
00:16:09to become victims in an increasingly unstable and unpredictable world.
00:16:14What do you think global countries can do to safeguard their own interests amid the
00:16:18current international landscape?
00:16:21The world today is marked by sweeping winds and surging clouds.
00:16:44The dynamism of these changes originates from the South.
00:16:50The hallmark of our era is the prominent growing strength of the global South.
00:16:56Accounting for over 40 percent of global GDP and contributing as high as 80 percent of
00:17:04global growth, the global South is a key force for maintaining world peace, driving world
00:17:12development, and improving global governance.
00:17:15As the world is undergoing great transformation unseen in a century, historic changes are
00:17:21taking place in the East-West, South-North dynamics.
00:17:28The global South holds the key to bringing stability to the world, making it a better
00:17:33place.
00:17:34The global South should strengthen themselves.
00:17:36Since the beginning of the year, Indonesia has become a full member of BRICS.
00:17:42Let me offer my congratulations.
00:17:44And nine partner countries have joined the BRICS family.
00:17:49BRICS is emerging as a backbone of cooperation and an engine of growth in the global South.
00:17:56The greater BRICS should be made bigger and stronger to give more momentum to the development
00:18:04of the global South.
00:18:07The global South should stand together in unity.
00:18:11This year, China will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, Brazil the BRICS Summit,
00:18:16and South Africa the G20 Summit.
00:18:20We should speak in one voice to the world, safeguard our common interests, and steadily
00:18:27increase our representation and voice in global governance.
00:18:33The global South should strive for development.
00:18:37Last November, President Xi Jinping announced eight actions that China would take in support
00:18:44of global development, generating new energy for faster global South development.
00:18:50We should keep development as a central international agenda item, build up the momentum, enhance
00:18:57our capacity, and advance hand in hand toward modernization.
00:19:06China is naturally a member of the global South because we have fought colonialism and
00:19:12hegemonism together in history, and we are committed to the common goal of development
00:19:19and globalization.
00:19:21No matter how the world changes, our heart will always be with the global South and our
00:19:28root will grow deeper in the global South.
00:19:31China will work with all global South countries to add a new chapter to the annals of the
00:19:35history of the world.
00:19:47A question from Bloomberg.
00:19:48Direct talks have started between the United States and Russia on ending the war in Ukraine.
00:19:56President Trump has said he would welcome China's help in the process.
00:20:01What role does China think it could play, and under what circumstances would China consider
00:20:08sending peacekeeping troops into Ukraine?
00:20:27Since the first day of the crisis, China has been calling for political settlement,
00:20:32dialogue, and negotiation, and has been actively working for peace and pushing for talks.
00:20:39Shortly after the eruption of the crisis, President Xi Jinping put forth four points
00:20:44on what must be done.
00:20:46An important proposition pointed out by President Xi Jinping is that China should not only
00:20:51put forth four points on what must be done.
00:20:54An important proposition pointed out the way for our efforts.
00:20:58Hence, China released its position paper on the crisis, sent its special representative
00:21:04for South diplomacy, and initiated the Group of Friends for Peace at the United Nations
00:21:11together with Brazil and other global South countries.
00:21:15Our stance has always been objective and impartial.
00:21:18Our voice has always been calm and composed.
00:21:21And our purpose is to create conditions and build consensus for resolving the crisis.
00:21:28China welcomes and supports all efforts for peace.
00:21:32At the same time, it is also important to see the complexity of the causes of the crisis.
00:21:42As the Chinese proverb puts it, it takes more than one cold day to freeze three feet of ice.
00:21:50Likewise, melting of the ice cannot be done overnight.
00:21:53No one wins in a conflict, but everyone gains in peace.
00:21:57The negotiation table is where the conflict ends and peace starts.
00:22:03Although the relevant parties have not had their positions fully arrived,
00:22:07they all hope to have a fair and durable peace deal
00:22:12that is binding and accepted by all the parties concerned.
00:22:17And that is a valuable common point, and all the parties should jointly strive for it.
00:22:25China is ready to work with the international community in light of the wills of the parties to the conflict
00:22:34to continue to play a constructive role in resolving the crisis and realizing lasting peace.
00:22:42One last point on the question.
00:22:44The Ukraine crisis has been dragging on for over three years.
00:22:48In hindsight, the tragedy could have been avoided.
00:22:53All parties should learn something from the crisis.
00:22:59Among many others, security should be mutual and equal,
00:23:03and no country should build its security on the insecurity of another.
00:23:08We should advocate and act on the new vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.
00:23:15And that is the way to truly realizing lasting peace and security on the Eurasian continent and across the world.
00:23:29The third row in the south.
00:23:31The first lady.
00:23:32Yes.
00:23:36Thank you, Mr. President.
00:23:38Hello, Mr. President.
00:23:39I have a question for the CGTN.
00:23:42DeepSeek has shown the world China's innovation in the field of artificial intelligence.
00:23:50However, some people say that the U.S. is unable to accept China's technological innovation and lead.
00:23:56This is their instinctive response to the rise of Chinese technology.
00:24:01So I would like to ask you, Mr. President,
00:24:05what do you think of China's competition in the field of artificial intelligence?
00:24:12CGTN, the impressive emergence of DeepSeek showcases China's innovation capability in AI.
00:24:19The impressive emergence of DeepSeek showcases China's innovation capability in AI.
00:24:25Some say that the U.S. finds it unacceptable to let China get ahead in science and technology.
00:24:31Its instinctive response to China's technological rise is,
00:24:35if you can't win, just snatch it.
00:24:38If you can't get it, just destroy it.
00:24:40What is your view on China-U.S. competition in science and technology?
00:24:45Recently, China's scientific and technological innovation has more than once defied people's imagination.
00:24:53From breakthroughs in atomic bombs, missiles and satellites decades ago,
00:24:58to the Shenzhou space missions, to the China Lunar Exploration Program,
00:25:01and to 5G, quantum computing, and DeepSeek,
00:25:05generations of the Chinese people have never stopped in their endeavor for innovation
00:25:10and we're witnessing an ever-expanding horizon for China to become a high-tech powerhouse.
00:25:15Admittedly, the journey has not been smooth, be it missile technology, space science or chip making.
00:25:22Unjustified external suppression has never stopped.
00:25:26But where there is blockade, there is breakthrough.
00:25:29Where there is suppression, there is innovation.
00:25:33And where there is the fiercest storm,
00:25:37there is the platform launching China's science and technology skyward,
00:25:42like the Chinese ecological hero Nezha soaring into the heavens.
00:25:46As well put by an ancient Chinese verse,
00:25:49no mountain can stop the surging flow of a mighty river.
00:25:52Likewise, hypothesis and small yards cannot suppress the spirit of innovation
00:25:57and decoupling and supply chain disruptions will only lead to self-isolation.
00:26:02Science and technology should not be used to put up an iron curtain.
00:26:06It should be the wealth that benefits all and is shared by all.
00:26:10To promote common development of humanity,
00:26:13China has taken real measures to implement the Global AI Governance Initiative put forth by President Xi Jinping
00:26:21and released the AI Capacity Building Action Plan for Good and for All.
00:26:25We have also proposed the Initiative on International Cooperation in Open Science
00:26:32together with Brazil, South Africa and the African Union,
00:26:35calling on all to give priority to sci-tech capacity building of the Global South
00:26:39so that no country is left behind.
00:26:42We are ready to share the fruits of our innovation with more countries
00:26:46and jointly explore the mysteries of the stars and oceans.
00:27:01Good morning, I'm from Reuters.
00:27:04Trump has returned to the White House
00:27:06and immediately he has imposed fresh tariffs on China over fentanyl.
00:27:12At the same time, he wants to build a good relationship with China.
00:27:17So my question is, how differently will China engage with the Trump administration
00:27:24over the next four years compared with Trump's first term?
00:27:30Reuters.
00:27:31Trump has returned to the White House
00:27:33and immediately he has imposed fresh tariffs on China over fentanyl.
00:27:39At the same time, he wants to build a good relationship with China.
00:27:43So my question is, how differently will China engage with the Trump administration
00:27:47over the next four years compared with Trump's first term?
00:27:51Mutual respect is a basic norm governing state-to-state relations.
00:28:01It is also an important prerequisite for China-US relations.
00:28:05No country should fantasize that it can suppress China
00:28:11and maintain good relations with China at the same time.
00:28:15Such two-faced acts are not good for the stability of bilateral relations
00:28:20or for building mutual trust.
00:28:23You talk about fentanyl.
00:28:26On fentanyl, it must be made clear at the outset
00:28:30that China always takes resolute measures against drug trafficking manufacturing
00:28:35and China has put in place the toughest and most comprehensive
00:28:39counter-narcotics policy in today's world.
00:28:42As early as in 2019, upon request of the US side,
00:28:46China scheduled all fentanyl-related substances, the first country in the world to do so.
00:28:52But the abuse of fentanyl in the United States
00:28:55is a problem that must be confronted and resolved by the United States itself.
00:29:01On humanitarian grounds, China has been assisting the United States in various ways.
00:29:06The United States should not return good with evil or even impose arbitrary tariffs.
00:29:13No responsible major country should do that.
00:29:17As the Chinese saying goes,
00:29:20if one's action fails, look for the reason within oneself.
00:29:24The United States should go over what has actually happened.
00:29:28What has it achieved from tariff and trade wars these years?
00:29:31Has its trade deficit widened or narrowed?
00:29:34Has its manufacturing become more competitive or less competitive?
00:29:39Has US inflation gone up or down?
00:29:42Has the life of its people got better or worse?
00:29:46China-US business relations are based on two-way and reciprocal interactions.
00:29:53Cooperation will bring about mutual benefit and win-win.
00:29:57And China will definitely take countermeasures in response to arbitrary pressure.
00:30:05As the world's largest developing and developed countries respectively,
00:30:09China and the United States will stay on this planet for a long time.
00:30:14They must, therefore, seek peaceful coexistence.
00:30:18As President Xi Jinping noted in his telephone call with President Donald Trump earlier this year,
00:30:25confrontation and conflict should not be an option.
00:30:30Given the extensive common interests and broad space for cooperation,
00:30:35it is fully possible for China and the United States to become partners,
00:30:39helping each other succeed and prosper together.
00:30:43China will stay committed to the three principles proposed by President Xi Jinping,
00:30:47mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation
00:30:51in promoting steady, sound, and sustainable development of China-US relations.
00:31:00At the same time, we hope that the U.S. side will listen to the calls of the two peoples,
00:31:09see clearly the trend of the times, take an objective and rational view of China's development,
00:31:16engage proactively with China in practical exchanges,
00:31:19and work together with China to pursue the right way of getting along with each other
00:31:25to the benefit of the two countries and the whole world.
00:32:00People's Daily.
00:32:01This year is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization's China year.
00:32:05How does China see the current role of the SCO?
00:32:08What proposals will China put forward during its presidency?
00:32:12And what topics will be discussed at the upcoming SCO summit in China?
00:32:21Indeed, this year is SCO's China year.
00:32:23The SCO was born in China and named after Shanghai.
00:32:28This means something special to us.
00:32:30We are very pleased to welcome it home.
00:32:39It is even more heartening that the SCO has grown through the past 24 years
00:32:47from a six-member organization to a big family consisting of 26 countries.
00:32:53It has become a regional cooperation organization with the largest geographical area and population.
00:33:01The key to SCO's growth lies in its commitment to the Shanghai spirit.
00:33:07In its adherence to the founding principles of mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality,
00:33:14consultation, respect for diversity of civilization, and pursuit of common development,
00:33:20and in its success in charting a new path for regional cooperation.
00:33:24As the rotating president, China is putting together more than 100 events in political, security, economic,
00:33:33and the people-to-people fields under the theme of upholding the Shanghai spirit, SCO on the move.
00:33:39We will take real actions to carry forward the Shanghai spirit and promote the SCO's development.
00:33:50I would like to let you know that China will host the SCO summit in Tianjin this autumn.
00:34:00Leaders will get together by the Haihe River to reflect on SCO's accomplishments,
00:34:08plan the future, and build consensus for cooperation.
00:34:13It will help the SCO embark on a new journey from China
00:34:17and make the organization a more close-knit community with a shared future.
00:34:25I would like to ask the second lady in the middle, the lady in the white top.
00:34:32Hello, Mr. President.
00:34:33I have a question for the Global Times.
00:34:35There is an opinion that the current international order is at its most dangerous moment since World War II.
00:34:41The role and authority of the United Nations is being weakened.
00:34:45How should China deal with this situation?
00:34:50In addition, what role will China play in this situation?
00:35:12This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Second World War.
00:35:18Around the end of World War II, the most important decision the international community made
00:35:24was to establish the UN and make it the primary platform for maintaining world peace and promoting global governance.
00:35:32Facts have shown that the UN has withstood tests and has been instrumental.
00:35:37Today, there have been fundamental changes in the world situation.
00:35:41Unilateralism is on the rise and power politics runs rampant.
00:35:46Some countries have voiced skepticism of one kind or another about the UN.
00:35:51But China believes that the more complex the problems, the greater the need to accentuate the important status of the UN.
00:35:58The more pressing the challenges, the greater the need to uphold the due authority of the UN.
00:36:06All countries want to prevent the world from returning to the law of the jungle.
00:36:10To this end, the first thing to do is to cement the cornerstone of sovereign equality.
00:36:15All countries, regardless of their size and strength, should be recognized as equal members of the international community.
00:36:21Those with stronger arms and bigger fists should not be allowed to call the shots.
00:36:27Second, the principle of fairness and justice must be upheld.
00:36:32International affairs must not be monopolized by a small number of countries.
00:36:37Greater attention should be given to the voice of the global south.
00:36:40The legitimate rights and interests of all countries should be fully protected.
00:36:44Third, multilateralism must be observed.
00:36:48Countries should stay committed to the principles of extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefit,
00:36:55replace bloc confrontation with inclusive collaboration and shatter small circles with greater solidarity.
00:37:02Fourth, the authority of the international rule of law must be strengthened.
00:37:06Major countries in particular should take the lead in upholding integrity, embracing the rule of law
00:37:11and opposing double standards and selective application.
00:37:14Still less should they resort to bullying, monopoly, trickery or extortion.
00:37:19China is a founder and beneficiary of the post-World War II international order.
00:37:27Naturally, we are an advocate and builder of it as well.
00:37:32We have no intention to start all over again, nor do we support any country's attempt to overturn the current order.
00:37:39China is well aware of its international responsibility as a permanent member of the UN Security Council.
00:37:46It will firmly safeguard the central role of the UN, come forward to be a pillar of the multilateral system
00:37:52and speak up for justice for the global south.
00:37:56Last month, at the UN Security Council, China chaired the High-Level Meeting on Practicing Multilateralism,
00:38:03Reforming and Improving Global Governance.
00:38:07More than a hundred countries signed up to attend, kicking off the commemorations of the UN's 80th anniversary.
00:38:17China is ready to work with all sides to reflect on the founding vision of the UN,
00:38:25observe the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, and build a more just and equitable global governance system.
00:38:43Thank you, Foreign Minister. This is a question for Anadolu Agency, Turkey.
00:38:49I want to ask you about U.S. President Donald Trump announced his plans to take over and own Gaza
00:38:57and resettle the Palestinians living there to neighboring countries.
00:39:02So this plan was announced last month.
00:39:05I wonder what do you think about this plan, this U.S. plan, and future development of Gaza,
00:39:14and what role China might play for the peace and stability in the Middle East? Thank you.
00:39:45You asked a good question for the Arab guy before you.
00:39:54And on behalf of all the brothers and sisters of the Arab world, I think it's a very good question.
00:40:00Gaza belongs to the Palestinian people. It is an inseparable part of the Palestinian territory.
00:40:07Changing its status by forceful means will not bring about peace, but only will it fail.
00:40:14We support the plan for restoring peace in Gaza initiated by Egypt and other Arab countries.
00:40:24The will of the people must not be defied, and the principle of justice must not be abandoned.
00:40:30If a major country truly cares about the people in Gaza, it should promote comprehensive and lasting ceasefire,
00:40:37ramp up humanitarian assistance, observe the principle of Palestinians governing Palestine,
00:40:42and contribute to the reconstruction in Gaza.
00:40:45Without Middle East peace, the world will not be stable.
00:40:50The Palestinian question has always been at the heart of the Middle East issue.
00:40:55Israeli-Palestinian conflict takes place again and again simply because the two-state solution is only half achieved.
00:41:02The state of Israel has long been a reality, but the state of Palestine is still far beyond reach.
00:41:09Going forward, the international community should focus more on the two-state solution
00:41:14and give more support to independent statehood for Palestine.
00:41:19Only then could Palestine and Israel truly coexist in peace,
00:41:28and the Arab and Jewish peoples live side by side in enduring amity.
00:41:35To this end, first, all Palestinian factions need to deliver on the Beijing Declaration to achieve unity and self-strengthening.
00:41:45All parties in the Middle East need to rise above differences to support Palestinian statehood,
00:41:51and the international community needs to build consensus and promote peace between Palestine and Israel.
00:41:58China is a strategic partner of Middle East countries and a sincere friend of our Arab brothers.
00:42:05We will continue to strive resolutely for justice, peace, and development for the Middle East people
00:42:13and support countries in the region in taking their future in their own hands,
00:42:18independently exploring their development path and realizing the dream of peace and revitalization at an early date.
00:42:34Good morning. I'm from the News Agency of Nigeria.
00:42:38Last year, China successfully held the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
00:42:46And earlier this year, in January, you made Africa your first overseas destination, visiting Nigeria, Namibia, Chad, and Congo.
00:42:55So now, how will China help deliver on the outcomes of the FOCAC Summit?
00:43:00And at the same time, how will China help Africa improve better on its prosperity and development considering current challenges?
00:43:17China and Africa are always good friends, good partners, and good brothers with a shared future.
00:43:37Under the guidance of President Xi Jinping and African leaders, China-Africa relationship is now at its best in history.
00:43:46China has established strategic partnership with all African countries having diplomatic ties with it.
00:43:55The China-Africa community with a shared future has been elevated to an all-weather level.
00:44:01This year marks the 25th anniversary of FOCAC.
00:44:05Over the past 25 years, China has helped Africa build or upgrade nearly 100,000 kilometers of roads and more than 10,000 kilometers of railways.
00:44:19In the past three years alone, Chinese enterprises created more than 1.1 million new jobs in Africa.
00:44:28China has remained Africa's largest trade partner for 16 consecutive years.
00:44:34To African brothers and sisters, China-Africa cooperation is visible, tangible, and truly beneficial.
00:44:41Last year, a Gambian farmer sent a bag of rice he grew all the way to Hunan province in China to show respect to Yuan Longping, the father of hybrid rice.
00:44:56It is China's hybrid rice that has helped end hunger and bring hope to them.
00:45:00Stories like these are happening in Africa every day.
00:45:04Africa is a fertile land of hope of the 21st century.
00:45:10There will be no global modernization without African modernization.
00:45:15The stability of development of Africa is vital to the future of humanity, and the world must listen to Africa and heed its concerns.
00:45:26Africa is going through a new awakening, and countries should support Africa in exploring a new development path of self-reliance and self-strengthening.
00:45:38This year marks the beginning of implementing the outcomes of FOCAC Beijing Summit.
00:45:42China stands ready to deliver on the 10 partnership actions for China and Africa to jointly advance modernization,
00:45:49including supporting Africa in accelerating its industrialization and agricultural modernization,
00:45:55implementing zero-tariff treatment for 100% tariff lines, fostering new growth drivers like digital, green, and AI industries,
00:46:05promoting 1,000 small and beautiful livelihood projects, enhancing governance experience sharing,
00:46:12and raising the representation and voice of Africa in international affairs.
00:46:18This year, the G20 Summit will be held on the African continent for the first time.
00:46:25China firmly supports South Africa in carrying out its duty as G20 President
00:46:30and in leaving a distinctively African mark in global governance.
00:46:56Phoenix TV. For some time, there has been a narrative in a few countries
00:47:01that Resolution 2758 of the UN General Assembly is not equivalent to the one-China principle,
00:47:07does not make clear of the sovereignty of Taiwan, and does not prevent Taiwan from participating in international organizations.
00:47:14What is your response to that?
00:47:16Such a narrative is a blatant challenge to the authority of the UN and the post-war international order.
00:47:23It is extremely absurd and dangerous.
00:47:26Those who spread it could use some help to improve their common sense.
00:47:31Taiwan is an inalienable part of the international community.
00:47:35It is a part of the world.
00:47:37Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory.
00:47:40This is the history and the reality.
00:47:43This year marks the 80th anniversary of the recovery of Taiwan.
00:47:48Eight decades ago, the victory of the Chinese people's war of resistance against Japanese aggression
00:47:55put Taiwan back under China's sovereign jurisdiction.
00:47:58Both the Cairo Declaration and the post-war international order
00:48:02issued by major victorious nations of World War II
00:48:05stated in explicit terms that Taiwan is a territory that Japan has stolen from the Chinese
00:48:10and shall be restored to China.
00:48:12Japan also accepted the terms of the post-war international order
00:48:15and announced its unconditional surrender.
00:48:17All these have confirmed China's sovereignty over Taiwan
00:48:20and formed an important part of the post-war international order.
00:48:26Resolution 2758 was later adopted in 1971 by the UN General Assembly
00:48:31with an overwhelming majority.
00:48:33It decides to restore all the lawful rights of the People's Republic of China at the UN
00:48:38and expel forthwith the representatives of the Taiwan authorities from the UN
00:48:43and all the organizations related to it.
00:48:46Once and for all, this resolution resolved the issue of the representation of Taiwan
00:48:51Once and for all, this resolution resolved the issue of the representation of the whole of China
00:48:57including Taiwan in the UN
00:48:59and precluded any possibility of creating two Chinas or one China, one Taiwan.
00:49:06The only reference to the Taiwan region in the UN is Taiwan province of China.
00:49:12Taiwan is never a country, not in the past and never in the future.
00:49:18To clamor for Taiwan independence is to split the country.
00:49:22To support Taiwan independence is to interfere in China's internal affairs
00:49:27and to connive at Taiwan independence is to undermine the stability of the Taiwan Strait.
00:49:33The principle of sovereignty is the cornerstone of the UN Charter.
00:49:37No country or individual should adopt any kind of double standard.
00:49:41Respect for all countries' sovereignty and territorial integrity
00:49:45should mean support for China's complete reunification
00:49:49and commitment to one China should mean opposition to any form of Taiwan independence.
00:49:55Realizing China's complete reunification is a shared aspiration of the Chinese nation.
00:50:01It is an inevitable trend and it is what the greater national interests entail.
00:50:06Seeking Taiwan independence is doomed to backfire
00:50:09and using Taiwan to contain China will be nothing but a futile attempt.
00:50:14China will realize reunification and this is unstoppable.
00:50:32I represent Associated Press of Pakistan.
00:50:36China attaches great importance to its relation with neighboring countries.
00:50:42However, the U.S. deployment of mid-range capability missile system in the region has caused tension.
00:50:50Some of China's neighbors face rising security risks
00:50:57which add uncertainty to China's neighboring environment.
00:51:01While China's neighbors expect to share in the benefit of China's development,
00:51:08they worry about the potential impact of Chinese goods on their own industries.
00:51:14How does China see the current situation in its neighborhood?
00:51:19Any new consideration for China's foreign policy towards this region?
00:51:38Since the beginning of this century, Asia has maintained rapid growth
00:51:42and become a leading force for global development
00:51:45and a shining example of peace and prosperity.
00:51:49Since the beginning of this century, Asia has maintained a rapid growth and become
00:52:04a leading force for global development and a shining example of peace and
00:52:09stability. This has not come easily and should be
00:52:12cherished with great care. Asia is where China calls home and builds
00:52:17its future. It is also the common home for China
00:52:21and fellow Asian countries. Following the principle of amity,
00:52:25sincerity, mutual benefit, and inclusiveness on neighborhood diplomacy
00:52:29put forward by President Xi Jinping, China has opened up new prospects in
00:52:34developing friendship and cooperation with its neighbors.
00:52:37To date, China has reached common understanding on building a community
00:52:41and a shared future with 17 neighboring countries in two clusters in Indochina
00:52:48Peninsula and Central Asia respectively. In our neighborhood, we have signed
00:52:53Belt and Road Cooperation Agreements with 25 countries and remain the largest
00:52:59trading partner of 18 countries. Today's China is an anchor of stability,
00:53:05engine of economic development, and pillar of regional security and
00:53:10cooperation. That said, it is common for neighbors
00:53:13to not agree on everything. Issues left from the past and the conflict
00:53:18of immediate interest should both be properly handled.
00:53:22But we believe that harmony is key to a prosperous family in all endeavors.
00:53:27As long as we remain committed to the vision of a common home, stick to the goal
00:53:31of building a community with a shared future, and follow the principles of equal
00:53:36footed consultation, mutual understanding, and mutual accommodation,
00:53:39we will be able to resolve differences, work with one another, and achieve
00:53:43win-win results. In the meantime, China will continue to
00:53:46open wider to neighboring countries, including through unilateral initiatives,
00:53:50and share more development benefits with its neighbors.
00:53:53You mentioned the U.S. deployment of mid-range missile system in the region.
00:53:57China is firmly opposed to such attempt, and it is not welcomed by regional
00:54:03countries either. Years have passed since the U.S.
00:54:07released its Indo-Pacific strategy, but what has it done for regional countries?
00:54:12Nothing except for stirring up troubles and creating disputes.
00:54:17It has proved to be more of a disruptive factor than a constructive contributor.
00:54:22Asia is not an arena for big power rivalry. It should become a demonstration field
00:54:27for international cooperation. We believe that it's important to
00:54:30practice open regionalism and sharing Asia's development opportunities based
00:54:34on mutual respect and win-win cooperation. Thank you.
00:54:37请中区第四排中间位置那位男士,法新社的记者提问。
00:54:42Thank you. Good morning, Foreign Minister.
00:54:50Question from AFP. China and the European Union are in the
00:54:54middle of long-running commercial tensions involving investigations over
00:54:58the renewables and electric vehicle sectors in particular.
00:55:02How does the Foreign Ministry see relations with the bloc evolving despite
00:55:06those tensions? Thank you.
00:55:09法新社,中欧面临长期紧张的经贸关系,尤其是在新能源
00:55:14和电动车领域。在这种情况下,外交部如何看待
00:55:19中欧关系发展?
00:55:22今天是中欧建交十几年,是很重要的年代。回顾半个世纪的
00:55:29交往,我们认为最不愧为经济体制相互尊重,最强大的
00:55:35威胁是互相尊重。最一致的共识是多点主义,最准确的
00:55:43地位是伙伴。
00:55:45五十年来,中欧合作获得了长足参与。
00:55:51贸易从当年的二十四亿里,已经增长到七千八百亿。
00:56:01投资从几乎为零增长到近二百亿。
00:56:08在中欧方面,累计开启已经突破的十万列,成为连接
00:56:15业务的好几通道。
00:56:18五十年后的进展,中欧经济重量超过世界三分之一。
00:56:24中欧合作更加具战略意义。
00:56:28并且,两国之间的合作具有更强的战略价值和全球影响力。
00:56:32健康和稳定的关系不仅将成就彼此,还将照亮世界。
00:56:39今年初,习近平主席与欧洲理事会主席康塔尔通了会议。
00:56:46国际形势越是严格复杂,中欧越有领域建交商机。
00:56:53加强战略沟通,增进战后级,兼持华凡关系。
00:56:58中国对欧洲仍然抱有期限,我们也相信欧洲可以成为中方系列的伙伴。
00:57:09双方有能力,有智慧,通过友好协商妥善解决好战争问题。
00:57:16我们共同开辟下一个值得期待的五十年。
00:57:21谢谢。
00:57:28第四位男士
00:57:59东南亚,非洲,拉美等全球南方国家更愿意给予中国正面评价。
00:58:04请问您如何看待有关民调结果和其中的差异?谢谢。
00:58:28和欧洲和美国相比,西南亚,非洲和拉美国的全球南方国家对中国有更多的正面评价。
00:58:38请问您如何看待有关民调结果和其中的差异?
00:58:45人民友好是双方关系的基础。
00:58:48这是中国经济社会持续发展的高层级开放的扩大。
00:58:56我们正在视乎中国和世界各国的交流,
00:59:01进一步认识和进一步建立更加密切的关系。
00:59:03您提到全球南方民众对于中国积极的价值。
00:59:07这实际上是这样。
00:59:11中国和广大发展中国家一直在与世界同步,
00:59:18彼此之间有天然的积极感和热情。
00:59:23我也注意到了,
00:59:24Meanwhile, I've also noticed that among people from other countries,
00:59:28discovering and embracing China is also becoming a trend.
00:59:36By travelling to China or through social media platforms,
00:59:41more people have seen a China that is safe, open and modern,
00:59:47and got to know the friendly, open-minded and witty Chinese people.
00:59:52A young man from America said he had received profound positivity from the Chinese people.
00:59:59The people have come to their conclusion,
01:00:03and it is like sunshine that dispels the mist of prejudice.
01:00:07Heart-to-heart communication has the power to break down all barriers.
01:00:10It is time to get rid of this information cocoon and take off your tinted glasses,
01:00:15and people of all countries are welcome to see with their own eyes a real and vivid China
01:00:21and feel with their heart the dynamism and drive of the 1.4 billion Chinese people.
01:00:29The third gentleman in the first row in the North District, please.
01:00:37Thank you, President.
01:00:38Good evening, Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
01:00:39I have a question for you.
01:00:41Since November last year,
01:00:43Japanese Prime Minister Shi Bo-mao and President Xi Jinping have been in frequent contact with each other
01:00:49after the meeting in Peru.
01:00:53The relationship between the two countries is getting more and more active.
01:00:56However, there are still many problems between the two countries.
01:01:01What is your view on the current relationship between the two countries?
01:01:06In order to promote a comprehensive relationship between the two countries,
01:01:12what actions do you expect to take to promote cooperation between the two countries in the future?
01:01:18Japan urges China to release the ban as soon as possible
01:01:23and to re-import Japanese water bottles.
01:01:26Do you have any positive response to the concerns and expectations of Japan
01:01:32about the re-importation of safe recycling products?
01:01:37Kyoto News.
01:01:38Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Peru last November.
01:01:44This was then followed by visits to China by the Japanese Foreign Minister and business leaders.
01:01:49China-Japan ties are warming, but issues remain.
01:01:52How would you comment on the current relationship?
01:01:55What more can we expect in measures to promote cooperation
01:01:59in order for the strategic relationship of mutual benefit to advance across the board?
01:02:04And does China have plans to respond favorably to Japan's concerns and expectations
01:02:09on issues concerning aquatic imports and China's business environment?
01:02:15Last November, leaders of the two countries reached important common understandings
01:02:21by following the four political documents between China and Japan,
01:02:25comprehensively advancing the strategic relationship of mutual benefit
01:02:29and building a constructive and stable China-Japan relationship fit for the new era.
01:02:34With concerted efforts, bilateral relations have demonstrated a momentum of improvement and growth.
01:02:40We welcome enhanced exchanges, deeper mutual beneficial cooperation
01:02:46and stronger goodwill between all sectors of our society.
01:02:50All these are in the long-term interests of both sides.
01:02:53As for the specific concerns of the Japanese side in your question,
01:02:57China will handle them responsibly and properly in accordance with laws and regulations.
01:03:04Here, let me highlight another point.
01:03:08This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese people's war of resistance against Japanese aggression.
01:03:14To remember history, we can better shape the future.
01:03:17To forget history, one may lose his direction going forward.
01:03:21The Japanese militarists committed heinous crimes to the people in China and all over Asia.
01:03:31They brought immense suffering for the Japanese side as well.
01:03:35Guarding against the revival of militarism is a duty that Japan must carry out without a moment of relaxation.
01:03:44This is also the firm resolve of the Chinese and Asian people that will not be challenged.
01:03:50In the test of conscience and integrity,
01:03:53the right choice for Japan is to abide by the principles enshrined in its pacifist constitution
01:03:59and keep to the path of peaceful development.
01:04:03The One-China Principle is the political foundation for China-Japan relations.
01:04:07Eighty years have passed since Taiwan returned to China,
01:04:11yet some unrepentant individuals in Japan are still working in the shadows with the so-called Taiwan independence forces.
01:04:19Here is our message for them.
01:04:22Stop the propaganda that a Taiwan emergency is a Japanese emergency.
01:04:27The truth is, to provoke trouble in the name of Taiwan is to invite trouble to Japan.
01:04:33There is a long history of ties between China and Japan.
01:04:36Japan knows best that China is a peace-loving country and a trustworthy neighbor with good intentions.
01:04:44For more than a thousand years, China has meant opportunities, not threats, for Japan.
01:04:50What is the right way of being neighbors?
01:04:53And which is the right side of history?
01:04:56Faced with historical transformations,
01:04:58the bright minds in Japan need to think carefully about these questions and follow good advice.
01:05:15The American Secretary of State made his first trip to Latin America last month
01:05:20and threatened to take measures against Panama if it didn't distance itself from China.
01:05:27Other countries in the region have also been threatened.
01:05:30What will China do to counter this pressure?
01:05:33And will this be a topic at the upcoming China Select Forum?
01:05:45China's cooperation with Latin America and the Caribbean, or LAC countries, is South-to-South cooperation.
01:05:51There is only mutual support.
01:05:53No country can be a partner.
01:05:55China is a partner.
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01:06:39Cooperation between China and LAC countries has won popular support
01:06:43because it respects the will of the people, meets the needs of regional countries,
01:06:47and provides reliable options and broad prospects for the revitalization of the region.
01:06:53In the new era, under the guidance of President Xi Jinping and the leaders of LAC countries,
01:06:59and boosted by the China Select Forum,
01:07:03we have produced fruitful outcomes in building the China-LAC community relationship
01:07:09and delivered benefits to all our people.
01:07:12This year marks the 10th anniversary of the formal launch of the China Select Forum.
01:07:16China will host the fourth ministerial meeting of the forum in the first half of this year.
01:07:21Taking this as an opportunity, the two sides will come together,
01:07:24over the mountains and the oceans, and regardless of all disturbances,
01:07:28to take China-LAC cooperation to a higher level.
01:08:01Dragon TV.
01:08:03For years, China has been a growth engine for the world,
01:08:06but in recent years, the global economy has been weak
01:08:09and the Chinese economy has encountered challenges.
01:08:13What do you think of China's economic performance this year,
01:08:16and what measures can we expect from the diplomatic front
01:08:19to facilitate Chinese modernization and China's economic recovery?
01:08:31The Chinese economy registered a 5% growth last year,
01:08:35continuing to stand out among the world's major economies,
01:08:40and we pulled it off amid a nationwide push for green transition,
01:08:46amid lackluster growth worldwide,
01:08:51and amid unilateral sanctions and suppression from the United States.
01:08:58It shows the distinct feature of the Chinese economy,
01:09:03go-get-it-against-all-odds.
01:09:06As President Xi Jinping pointed out,
01:09:09we always grow in wind and rain, and we get stronger through hard times.
01:09:14Whether it was the global financial crisis or the COVID-19 pandemic,
01:09:20did the Chinese economy ever fail to withstand the immense challenges
01:09:26and achieve even better development?
01:09:29Our confidence comes from China's supersized market and huge domestic demand,
01:09:34from China's robust industries and innovative drive,
01:09:39and more importantly, from China's institutional strength and reform and opening up.
01:09:45As people often say, the next China is still China.
01:09:51The Chinese miracle of unprecedented high-speed growth
01:09:55will be followed by even more remarkable high-quality development.
01:10:01China's foreign service will continue to provide solid strategic underpinning
01:10:08and foster a favorable external environment for Chinese modernization.
01:10:13We will create more convenient channels for two-way travel.
01:10:17So far, China has granted unilateral visa-free entry to 38 countries
01:10:23and extended the transit visa-free period to 240 hours for 54 countries.
01:10:29More countries may join our visa-free circle of friends,
01:10:33sustaining the popularity of China travel around the world.
01:10:38We will introduce more efficient foreign affairs services,
01:10:42coordinate resources at different levels,
01:10:44innovate and upgrade MFA's signature program of presenting the provinces of China
01:10:50and build bridges of cooperation in China's further opening up.
01:10:55We will work for a better business environment,
01:10:58steadily expand institutional opening up,
01:11:01advance voluntary opening up in an orderly manner,
01:11:04continue unilateral opening up to the least developed countries,
01:11:08further cut down the negative list, lower the threshold of market access,
01:11:13and keep China as the go-to partner for international cooperation.
01:11:44What progress have China and ASEAN countries made
01:11:47in the consultations on a code of conduct in the South China Sea?
01:11:51And what are the major obstacles?
01:11:53Will frictions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea
01:11:57over the past year dim the prospects for cooperation?
01:12:14And how does China plan to enhance mutual trust with ASEAN countries
01:12:18and remove the roadblocks in order to achieve an early conclusion of the COC?
01:12:26Last year, with joint efforts by China and ASEAN countries,
01:12:31the South China Sea maintained peace and stability
01:12:36and remained the safest and busiest waters for international navigation and overflight.
01:12:43China and Indonesia signed an intergovernmental document on maritime joint development.
01:12:49China and Malaysia launched a bilateral dialogue on management of maritime issues.
01:12:56China has established maritime dialogue mechanisms with all countries concerned.
01:13:05These are proof that there is no problem that cannot be solved through dialogue
01:13:10and no goals that cannot be reached with cooperation.
01:13:15You mentioned the frictions between China and the Philippines.
01:13:20At an international forum a few weeks ago,
01:13:23an official from a regional country noted that the Philippine moves to create frictions
01:13:29are like a shadow play, which is a vivid analogy.
01:13:35For every move on the sea by the Philippines, there is a screenplay written by external forces.
01:13:43The show is live-streamed by Western media, and the plot is invariably to smear China.
01:13:53People are no longer interested in watching the same performance again and again.
01:13:59China will continue to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests in accordance with law.
01:14:06When managing the situation at Ren'ai Jiao and Huayen Dao,
01:14:10we will also take into account the actual conditions out of a humanitarian spirit.
01:14:16But let me make it clear that infringement and provocation will backfire,
01:14:22and those acting as others' chess pieces are bound to be discarded.
01:14:28To realize good neighborliness, lasting peace and security in the South China Sea,
01:14:33one needs trust and also rules.
01:14:36The key is to implement the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, or DOC,
01:14:41and develop a sound COC.
01:14:44With China's facilitation, consultations on the COC are accelerating,
01:14:48and a third reading of the text has been completed.
01:14:51We have full confidence in the prospect of concluding the COC.
01:14:55China is ready to work with ASEAN countries to step up communication,
01:14:59stay clear of disturbances, and build consensus for an early conclusion of the COC,
01:15:04so as to make the South China Sea a sea of peace, friendship and cooperation.
01:15:25QUESTION IN CHINESE
01:15:47Beijing Daily.
01:15:48This year is the 30th anniversary of the fourth Women World Conference on Women.
01:15:53In 2020, President Xi Jinping offered to hold another Global Women's Summit in 2025,
01:16:00and pledged to double down on gender equality and make women's rights and interests a national commitment.
01:16:06Could you brief us on the preparations?
01:16:09How will China further contribute to the advancement of the global cause of women's development?
01:16:16It will be the International Women's Day tomorrow.
01:16:21Let me take this opportunity to express my warm greetings to all women on this special day.
01:16:28In 1995, the fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing.
01:16:35The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action adopted at the conference
01:16:41became a milestone in the global pursuit of gender equality.
01:16:46On the occasion of its 30th anniversary and as a follow-up to President Xi's proposal,
01:16:52China will convene a Global Leaders' Meeting on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment in the latter half of this year.
01:17:01Over the past three decades, China has acted on the spirit of the 1995 conference
01:17:07and made historic achievements in women's development in China.
01:17:11We have upheld gender equality as our basic state policy
01:17:15and carried out national action plans dedicated to the all-round development of women.
01:17:20Countless outstanding women have become role models of our times,
01:17:24making their important contributions to Chinese modernization.
01:17:27Over the past three decades, China has led the advancement of the global cause of women's development through concrete actions.
01:17:35We have supported the work of UN Women, partnered with UNESCO in setting up the Prize for Girls' and Women's Education,
01:17:44helped fellow developing countries in implementing 100 maternal and child health projects,
01:17:50and trained over 200,000 female professionals from more than 180 countries and regions.
01:17:58Thirty years ago, Beijing bore witness to the determination of the world's women to seek gender equality.
01:18:05This year, people will gather again in Beijing to discuss major issues concerning women's development worldwide.
01:18:12We look forward to seeing more women live life to the full and realize their dreams.
01:18:28Thank you, Mr. Prime Minister.
01:18:39My question relates to India-China relations.
01:18:43The two countries finally managed to achieve a breakthrough last year
01:18:49after a prolonged perhaps over four years of rather freezing relations.
01:18:55The leaders of the two countries met at Kazan last year on the highlands of the BRICS,
01:19:01followed by a series of meetings, including your own meetings with our National Security Advisor
01:19:08under the Special Representative for the Boundary Mechanism, as well as our own Foreign Minister, Dr. S.J. Shankar.
01:19:18So how do you see the relations progressing in these very turbulent times?
01:19:26We would like to hear your thoughts on the future of India-China relations as China sees it. Thank you.
01:19:36India-China relations have made positive strides over the past year.
01:20:05The successful meeting between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kazan last October
01:20:12provided strategic guidance for the improvement and development of the bilateral ties.
01:20:18Both sides have earnestly followed through on the important common understandings of our leaders,
01:20:23strengthened exchanges and practical cooperation at all levels, and achieved a series of positive outcomes.
01:20:31China and India are each other's largest neighbors.
01:20:34China always believes that the two should be partners that contribute to each other's success.
01:20:40A cooperative pas de deux of the dragon and the elephant is the only right choice for both sides.
01:20:46As the two largest developing countries, China and India have a shared task to accelerate our country's development and revitalization.
01:20:54There is every reason for us to support each other rather than undercut each other,
01:20:58work with each other rather than guard against each other.
01:21:01This is the path that truly serves the fundamental interests of the two countries and peoples.
01:21:07As two ancient civilizations, we have enough wisdom and capability to maintain peace and tranquility in the border areas
01:21:16pending a fair and reasonable solution.
01:21:19We should never allow bilateral relations to be defined by the boundary question
01:21:26or let specific differences affect the overall picture of our bilateral ties.
01:21:32As important members of the Global South, we have the responsibility to take the lead in opposing hegemonism and power politics.
01:21:40We must not only safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of our countries,
01:21:44but also uphold the basic norms governing international relations.
01:21:48When China and India join hands, the prospects for greater democracy in international relations
01:21:53and a stronger Global South will improve greatly.
01:21:57This year marks the 75th anniversary of China-India diplomatic relations.
01:22:03China stands ready to work with India to sum up past experience, forge a path forward,
01:22:08and advance China-India relations on the track of sound and stable development.
01:22:51China News Service
01:22:52Last year, China safely evacuated and brought back over 10,000 nationals overseas.
01:22:58Recently, cross-border crimes like online gambling and telecom fraud have received much public attention.
01:23:05Some think this will impact the people-to-people exchanges between China and relevant countries.
01:23:11With more Chinese people traveling abroad,
01:23:13how will the Ministry of Foreign Affairs better protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens overseas?
01:23:23The central party leadership attaches great importance to the Chinese nationals overseas,
01:23:29and their well-being and safety has always been our priorities.
01:23:33In 2024, in addition to safely evacuating more than 10,000 Chinese citizens from Lebanon, Haiti,
01:23:43and other high-risk areas, we processed more than 50,000 consular protection cases,
01:23:50handled over 500,000 calls on the consular service hotline 12308,
01:23:55and issued more than 5,000 safety alerts.
01:23:59Our goal is, no matter where you are, the motherland will never be far.
01:24:04Online gambling and telecom fraud is a matter of grave concern to the people,
01:24:10hence an issue that we must keep a firm hand on.
01:24:13Recently, thanks to support from leaders of China and the neighboring countries,
01:24:17law enforcement authorities and diplomatic services have conducted effective cross-border cooperation
01:24:23and made all-out efforts to save stranded Chinese citizens.
01:24:33The telecom fraud parks in northern Myanmar near the border region with China have all been removed.
01:24:43In the Thailand-Myanmar border region, China has joined forces with Thailand.
01:24:47Myanmar allows the crackdown on telecom fraud.
01:24:51Our mission is to cut off the manipulating hands grasping at the people
01:24:56and to remove the malignancy of telecom fraud.
01:25:00In 2025, we will focus on three aspects to build the system
01:25:05for the protection of Chinese nationals and interests overseas.
01:25:09First, we will build an international cooperation platform
01:25:12to protect the safety of overseas Chinese citizens.
01:25:15We will deepen cooperation on safety protection with other countries,
01:25:19especially with the BRI partner countries and Lancang-Mekong countries,
01:25:23and expand the circle of friends for mutual assistance.
01:25:26Second, we will make good use of the consular service hotline,
01:25:30providing inquiries and assistance 24-7 without time difference.
01:25:35Third, we will improve the risk alert and emergency response coordination mechanism,
01:25:40providing overseas Chinese with efficient consular protection and assistance
01:25:46and more assurances to the people.
01:25:54This ends our press conference today.
01:25:56Thank you, Prime Minister. Thank you all.