China's Xi hails new chapter with Germany, urges friendly policy towards Beijing

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   Xi Hails New Chapter in Ties With Germany, Urges Pragmatic Policy

   Chinese President Xi Jinping met with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Beijing, calling for a rational, pragmatic, and friendly policy toward China and the opening of a new chapter in bilateral relations. Xi urged China and Germany to uphold the international order and emphasized that China and the European Union must stay anchored to their partnership. During the state visit, German President Steinmeier also held meetings with Premier Li and top legislator Zhao Leji, while first lady Peng Liyuan hosted the German president's wife for tea, and Steinmeier played ping-pong at Peking University.

   Why it matters

   The high-level diplomatic engagement underscores Beijing's ongoing efforts to stabilize economic and political ties with key European Union member states. Germany remains a vital trade partner for China, though economic tensions persist regarding fair competition and market access. The talks provide a platform for both nations to address strategic cooperation and global governance amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics.

   What is confirmed

   • Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Germany to pursue a rational, pragmatic and friendly policy towards China during talks in Beijing.
   • Chinese Premier Li stated that China is willing to import more German goods.
   • German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier stated that China must avoid one-sided benefits in economic ties.
   • Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan and the wife of the German president chatted over tea in Beijing.

   What to watch next

   • Further official announcements regarding bilateral trade agreements or import quotas for German goods.
   • Follow-up diplomatic statements concerning EU-China cooperation and global governance frameworks.
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   6. Reuters — China's Xi calls on EU to work with China, says Beijing handles ties with sincerity, goodwill
   7. CGTN — Peng Liyuan chats over tea with wife of German president
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   11. Reuters — China willing to import more German goods, Premier Li says
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