Chinese FM meets Deputy PM of New Zealand highlighting positive development of bilateral relations.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters in Beijing on Wednesday.
Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted the steady and positive development of China-New Zealand relations, noting that they have long been a model for China’s engagement with Western nations.
He emphasized China’s readiness to work with New Zealand to implement key agreements between their leaders, enhance strategic communication, and advance their comprehensive strategic partnership.
Wang stressed the importance of mutual respect and an accurate understanding of each other, urging both sides to build a relationship based on trust. He noted that any specific differences could be resolved through constructive dialogue.
He proposed upgrading economic and trade cooperation, initiating negotiations on the negative list for trade in services, and fostering new growth areas such as artificial intelligence and the green economy.
Wang also highlighted China’s unilateral visa-free policy for New Zealand and expressed hope that New Zealand would continue to provide a supportive environment for Chinese students and overseas Chinese citizens.
Recognizing the Asia-Pacific as a shared home, Wang acknowledged New Zealand’s traditional ties with Pacific island nations and expressed China’s respect for these relationships.
Peters reaffirmed that China remains a key partner for New Zealand and reiterated New Zealand’s commitment to the one-China policy. He expressed interest in strengthening exchanges with China at all levels.
He also emphasized New Zealand’s willingness to expand cooperation with China in various fields, including trade, agriculture, defense, and Antarctic research, while deepening dialogue on regional and global issues.
Peters further stated New Zealand’s commitment to working with China within multilateral institutions to advance bilateral relations and promote greater cooperation.
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