China has presented itself as a “peaceful, inclusive and cooperative” partner for the European Union and pledged it will not follow the path taken by the US.
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In a meeting with EU representatives in Brussels on Wednesday, China’s top diplomat Wang Yi urged the bloc to “truly foster a rational understanding” of China and not seek confrontation despite their division.
“China and Europe have different histories, cultures and values. We should not regard each other as opponents just because of differences, nor should we seek confrontation just because of disagreements,” Wang told the EU delegation led by the bloc’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas.
“Europe is currently facing various challenges, but none of them came from China in the past, present or future,” he said.
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“China’s diplomacy upholds the harmonious gene of Chinese civilisation and advocates peace, tolerance and cooperation. On issues of peace and security, China has the best track record among the world’s major powers. China is not the United States, and the path taken by the United States should not be used as a mirror for China.”
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