Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Beijing during the latter’s official visit.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Beijing to discuss deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.
Both leaders agreed to promote dialogue, enhance cooperation, and uphold multilateralism and free trade.
The visit marks Merz’s first trip to China since taking office. China and Germany are the world’s second and third largest economies, and their bilateral ties carry implications for Europe and global markets.
Xi said global challenges make it important for China and Germany to maintain close communication, build mutual trust, and advance their comprehensive strategic partnership.
The Chinese president emphasized peaceful development and the sharing of opportunities with Germany, calling for a pragmatic approach to growth and stable bilateral relations.
Merz reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to the one-China policy and said his country aims to strengthen traditional ties, mutual respect, and open cooperation with China.
Xi also highlighted the need to promote innovation, technology exchange, and collaboration in AI and other emerging fields, while keeping industrial and supply chains stable.
Both sides attended a symposium of the China-Germany economic advisory committee, where they expressed interest in expanding cooperation in machinery, equipment, and chemical industries.
The leaders underscored the importance of multilateral coordination, with Xi calling for support for the UN and global rule of law, and Merz stressing adherence to free trade and the rejection of protectionism.