China and Sweden Strengthen Diplomatic Ties

China and Sweden are strengthening their diplomatic ties with a commitment to deepening practical cooperation between the two countries. The 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Sweden has brought renewed focus on the partnership, with both countries embracing mutual respect, understanding, and trust. China has expressed its willingness to work with Sweden to implement the consensus reached by their heads of state, including a visa-free policy for Swedish citizens.

Key Takeaways:

China has offered a visa-free policy for Swedish citizens as part of efforts to deepen practical cooperation between the two countries.
China and Sweden have agreed to promote the continuous development of China-Sweden relations, including in trade and economic areas.
Swedish Foreign Minister Steinagaard emphasized the country's support for an open and free trade system and its willingness to strengthen dialogue with China in a spirit of mutual respect.
China-US relations were also discussed, with Wang Yi emphasizing the importance of peaceful coexistence, equality, respect, and mutual benefit for the two major countries.
Stephen Schwarzman, chairman and CEO of the Blackstone Group, highlighted the global significance of the US-China relationship and expressed a willingness to promote dialogue and cooperation between the two sides.

Statistics:

75 years: The number of years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Sweden.
2: The number of countries involved in the discussions between Wang Yi and Swedish Foreign Minister Steinagaard on China-Sweden relations.
1: The number of major countries involved in the discussion between Wang Yi and Stephen Schwarzman on US-China relations.
2: The number of times Wang Yi met with foreign dignitaries on the same day.

Sources:

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, October 16
State Council of the People's Republic of China news release.