Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held talks with Austrian Foreign Minister Raisinger.

On the 25th, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held talks with Austrian Foreign Minister Schallenberg in Beijing. Wang Yi stated that in the 55 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Austria, the overall bilateral relationship has remained healthy and stable. The most important experience is mutual respect and equality, and the most effective approach is openness, inclusiveness, and mutual benefit. The strong evidence of the strategic partnership between China and Austria shows that countries of different sizes, systems, and civilizations can be friends and partners. Both sides should revitalize the traditional friendship between China and Austria in the new era. Schallenberg stated that Austria attaches great importance to the development of relations with China and will continue to adhere to the One-China policy. Austrian companies are willing to continue deepening their presence in the Chinese market. Austria is willing to help facilitate candid dialogue between Europe and China.