China and Italy Strengthen Ties on 55th Anniversary and 80th Anniversary of United Nations Founding

Strategic Insights -

China and Italy, two key players in global politics, came together to celebrate the 55th anniversary of their diplomatic relations and the 80th anniversary of the United Nations on June 20, 2025. The event, held at the Ara Pacis Museum in Rome, brought together nearly 200 representatives from various sectors, including former Italian Prime Minister D'Alema and former UN Under-Secretary-General Aracchi. Ambassador Jaqueud, representing China, and the Italian representative emphasized the importance of their countries working together to promote peace, security, and cultural exchange.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ambassador Jaqueud emphasized the significance of China and Italy collaborating on international issues, particularly in promoting peace, security, and cultural exchange.
  • The conference marked the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and the 80th anniversary of the Chinese people's war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the world anti-fascist war.
  • China and Italy celebrated the 55th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, highlighting the strong ties between the two nations.
  • Nearly 200 representatives, including former Italian Prime Minister D'Alema and former UN Under-Secretary-General Aracchi, attended the conference at the Ara Pacis Museum in Rome.
  • Ambassador Jaqueud stressed that as outstanding representatives of Eastern and Western civilizations, China and Italy should collaborate to safeguard peace and security, promote common development, and demonstrate mutual learning among civilizations.
  • A promotional video on the Global Security Initiative was displayed, and a photo exhibition on China-Italy relations was held, adding to the event's friendly atmosphere.

Statistics:

  • 55 years: the duration of diplomatic relations between China and Italy since the establishment of their relations.
  • 80 years: the anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and China's war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the world anti-fascist war.
  • 200 representatives: the number of attendees at the conference at the Ara Pacis Museum in Rome.
  • 2 countries: the number of nations represented at the conference.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China (June 23)
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China (June 23)