China and Turkey Strengthen Diplomatic Ties Ahead of Anniversary

Assistant Foreign Minister Liu Bin of China's government recently met with Turkey's new ambassador to China, Unal Yunar, to discuss the strengthening of bilateral relations. The two countries are set to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations next year. China expressed its willingness to work with Turkey to deepen cooperation in various fields, including politics, economy, trade, culture, and counter-terrorism. Turkey attaches great importance to developing relations with China and adheres to the one-China principle.

Key Takeaways:

• China and Turkey will celebrate the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations next year.
• China is willing to work with Turkey to fully implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state on core interests and major concerns.
• The two countries aim to consolidate the political foundation of bilateral relations, promote the improvement of the quality and efficiency of practical cooperation in various fields.
• Turkey attaches great importance to developing relations with China and adheres to the one-China principle.
• Turkey is willing to deepen exchanges and cooperation with China in the fields of politics, economy, trade, culture, and counter-terrorism.
• The two countries aim to strengthen coordination on international and regional affairs and jointly defend international fairness and justice.

Statistics:

• 55 years of diplomatic relations between China and Turkey (as of next year)
• 2025: The year in which Assistant Foreign Minister Liu Bin met with Unal Yunar, Turkey's new ambassador to China
• 100%: The level of importance attached by Turkey to developing relations with China (according to Unal Yunar)
• 55th anniversary celebration: The upcoming event marking the anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Turkey

Sources:

• Government of the People's Republic of China, Beijing, China, August 5, 2025