China pushes for equal dialogue in resolving trade differences with EU

Beijing has seen European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic visiting the city until Friday, where he will engage in talks with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao. These meetings aim to address the economic and trade discrepancies between China and the European Union, as reported by the Chinese foreign ministry on Thursday.

The divergence stems from an EU goods trade deficit with China that exceeds €1 billion ($1.12 billion) daily, alongside China's restrictions on exports of essential minerals like rare earths. The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, expressed hope that both sides could collaborate to find resolutions, emphasizing the shared interest in maintaining healthy and stable economic and trade relations.

Additionally, the ministry announced the visit of France's President's Diplomatic Adviser, Emmanuel Bonne, from October 9 to 13. Bonne is scheduled to meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss strategic communication and global issues. The Chinese ministry indicated its anticipation of enhancing coordination and cooperation on bilateral and multilateral issues through this dialogue.