Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian said on Friday that it is necessary for the Unite States and Russia to resolve issues through dialog and communication to improve the soured bilateral relations.
Lin made the statement at a regular press briefing in response to a large-scale prisoner swap on Thursday, which involved 26 individuals from the U.S., Germany, Russia, and other nations.
"We have noticed relevant media reports. The U.S. and Russia are both permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and influential powers. We hope the two sides can properly resolve issues emerging in bilateral ties through communication and dialog, which is conducive to international and regional peace and stability," said Lin.
China hopes for communication, dialog to resolve issues in Russia-U.S. ties
US, Russia expected to resolve soured bilateral ties through communication
US, Russia expected to resolve soured bilateral ties through communication
US, Russia expected to resolve soured bilateral ties through communication
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Omer Mohamed Ahmed Siddig, the outgoing Sudanese ambassador to China and the newly appointed foreign minister of Sudan, in Beijing on Wednesday.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, congratulated Siddig on his assumption of office as Sudanese foreign minister, and expressed appreciation for his contributions to promoting the development of China-Sudan relations during his tenure as ambassador to China.
Noting that this year marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the strategic partnership between China and Sudan, Wang called on both sides to implement the important consensus reached between the two heads of state, promote continuous fruitful results in the bilateral relations, and bring benefits to the two peoples.
China supports Sudan firmly in safeguarding its sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, and supports Sudan in achieving peace, stability and development at an early date, said Wang, adding that China will continue to provide humanitarian assistance within its own capacity.
Siddig said that Sudan regards China as its most important partner and a trustworthy friend, prioritizes cooperation with China, and will continue to support China firmly in safeguarding its core interests.
As the new foreign minister, he will continue to spare no effort to promote the development of the Sudan-China strategic partnership, and will work collaboratively to implement a series of important global initiatives proposed by China.
Chinese FM meets with new Sudanese counterpart
