Ambassadors
China and Panama have fostered robust relations, benefiting the Panamanian people since their establishment eight years ago. Ambassador Xu Xueyuan recently emphasized China's willingness to provide assistance for Panama's economic and social development during a meeting with Panamanian Congressman Paqui Lee. The two countries are exploring
Foreign ministers
The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), a major political party in Sri Lanka, has strengthened its bonds with the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) through a series of high-level meetings, including a key encounter with Chinese Foreign Minister Liu Jintao. During the meeting, Minister Liu reaffirmed China's commitment to supporting
Foreign ministers
Africa has a vital role to play in the face of America's climate commitment reversals, and it can make the most of its solid partnerships with Europe and China. A new France-China initiative serves as the vanguard of a broader European Union (EU)-China partnership on climate change,
Ambassadors
China is willing to work with Zimbabwe to deepen cooperation in higher education and vocational education, and support Zimbabwe's national education strategy. During a meeting between Ambassador Zhou Ding and Zimbabwean Minister of Higher Education, N. Murwira, on June 16, 2025, both parties emphasized the importance of education
Ambassadors
As the Eid al-Fitr celebrations came to a close, leaders from over 100 African countries gathered in China's Hunan province for the Ministerial Meeting of the Follow-up Coordination Mechanism for the Outcomes of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The meeting, held on June 11, marked a significant
Foreign ministers
Chinese President Xi Jinping made a landmark announcement extending zero-tariff treatment to all 53 African countries with formal ties to Beijing, a move aimed at deepening economic ties with African nations amidst a protracted trade war with the United States. This policy expansion builds on earlier commitments made at a
Foreign ministers
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held phone calls with Israeli and Iranian counterparts, condemning Israel's attack on Iran's nuclear, missile, and military complex and offering Beijing's assistance in resolving the conflict. This move reflects China's efforts to position itself as a neutral
International trade
Hunan Province in central China has been at the forefront of exploring new business models and strengthening institutional innovation and policy coordination with Africa. The province's economic and trade cooperation with Africa has been growing steadily, with Hunan being the first province in central and western China to
Chinese foreign relations
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced on Wednesday the waiver of customs duties on products from all 53 African countries maintaining diplomatic relations with China, aiming to boost African exports to China, enhance bilateral trade, and deepen economic cooperation across the continent. The move aligns with the Forum on China-Africa
Chinese foreign relations
The 74th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic ties was commemorated in a grand ceremony at KP House, Islamabad, on Tuesday, bringing together esteemed dignitaries and stakeholders to celebrate the time-tested and resilient relationship between the two countries. The event, organized by the Pakistan-China Friendship Association (PCFA), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chapter, highlighted the
International trade
Brazil's left-wing administration, led by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, is planning to sell its first sovereign debt in the Chinese market as part of efforts to strengthen trade and investment ties with the Asian superpower. The government is also keen to re-enter the euro-denominated bond market,
International trade
US President Donald Trump's administration is prepared to ease restrictions on selling chips to China if Beijing accelerates the export of rare earths, according to Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council. In a significant departure from the Biden administration's stance, Hassett suggested
