28 C
Dubai
June 1, 2025
World

Chinese FM calls for positive, responsible policy from NATO toward China

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has expressed hope that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) would adopt a rational and pragmatic approach, develop an objective and accurate perception of China, and pursue a positive and responsible policy toward China.Wang made the remarks when meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte here on Friday on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, China's News Agency (Xinhua) reported.Wang said that China is a force for maintaining peace and stability. It's the largest contributor of peacekeeping personnel among the permanent members of the United Nations (UN) Security Council, and the second-largest financial contributor to UN peacekeeping operations, he added.Amid ongoing escalating geopolitical conflicts, Wang urged NATO to remain committed to its role as a regional defensive organization and contribute constructively to global and regional peace.For his part, Rutte said that NATO, as a regional defensive organization, has no intention of expanding into Asia and will not do so. Rutte added that NATO is willing to enhance dialogue and communication with China to deepen mutual understanding and trust.The two sides exchanged views on the Ukraine crisis. Rutte said that NATO highly values China's influence and role, and hopes that China will play a significant role in pushing forward a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict as soon as possible

Related posts

‘My home is no longer there’: Palestinians return to north Gaza

admin

Hegseth warns China poses ‘imminent’ threat to Taiwan and urges Asia to boost defence

admin

Nasa astronauts return to Earth after drawn-out mission in space

admin

Merz’s messy path to power raises questions for future government

admin

Greens may torpedo Merz defence spending, leave room for deal

admin

At least 23 killed in Thai bus inferno

Leave a Comment