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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Rome, October 9 (Xinhua) – China and Italy, drawing on the wisdom of their rich ancient civilizations, can both strengthen bilateral ties and offer the international community practical solutions to address today's global challenges. This was stated by Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese Foreign Minister, at a joint press conference with Antonio Tajani, Italian Vice Premier and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
Mutual respect, openness, cooperation, and mutual learning are the shared principles of China and Italy, embodying the wisdom of two ancient civilizations, said Wang Yi. They not only provide a solid guarantee for the development of bilateral relations but also offer the international community practical solutions to the challenges facing our time, the minister added.
This year marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy. Over the past 55 years, the steady development of Chinese-Italian relations has been based on both historical exchanges and the need for mutually beneficial cooperation, said Wang Yi.
He emphasized that mutual respect is the right path to successful, harmonious coexistence between the two countries. Those who share similar ideals and values are friends, and those who seek common ground while embracing differences can also be friends. Cultural and institutional differences should not become an obstacle to dialogue and cooperation. The key to this is understanding and supporting each other's core interests and legitimate concerns.
China consistently believes that all countries, regardless of size or power, are equal members of the international community. Unilateral bullying should not dominate our era, and the international community should not repeat the mistakes of the law of the jungle. Equal treatment and participation in dialogue and consultation are the only path to resolving conflicts and differences, Wang Yi stated.
He noted that open and mutually beneficial cooperation is a successful model of bilateral relations. China and Italy support free trade and an open global economy. Bilateral trade volume has exceeded USD 70 billion in recent years. Italy is the "kingdom of small and medium enterprises," and China provides Italian businesses with the most suitable and extensive platform for leveraging their intellect and talent. For 13 consecutive years, the two sides have jointly held Science, Technology, and Innovation Week, providing sustainable impetus to strengthening trade, investment, and technological cooperation.
Wang Yi also emphasized that exchanges and mutual learning are essential for people-to-people unity. Cultural and humanitarian exchanges between China and Italy are dynamic and fruitful, he stated, noting that the two sides have pioneered a model of friendship between World Heritage sites, and that Italy has twice returned lost Chinese cultural relics.
Wang Yi noted that China and Italy, as representatives of Eastern and Western civilizations, have made significant contributions to the development and progress of human society. The current international situation is complex, volatile, and fraught with crises, but it also offers new opportunities. China and Italy should leverage and build on the successful experiences of their exchanges, enhancing their understanding of the development of international relations.
China stands ready to work with Italy to be a constructive force in maintaining peace, stability, development and prosperity, promote international unity in addressing global challenges, build a more just and equitable global governance system, and jointly move towards a community of shared future for humanity.
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