China hopes new German govt. will uphold one-China principle, with 'practical' policies

MASTV: According to reports, the Social Democratic Party, the Greens and the Free Democratic Party of Germany held a joint press conference on November 24. They announced the completion of government coalition negotiations and officially released the coalition agreement, which involves such China-related issues as Taiwan, the South China Sea, Xinjiang and Hong Kong. What is China’s comment? Zhao Lijian: China attaches importance to the China-Germany comprehensive strategic partnership. We believe that developing the bilateral relations well meets the common interests of the two countries and the two peoples, and benefits China-Europe exchange and cooperation. Next year will mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of China-Germany diplomatic relations. We hope the new German government can carry on China policies that are practical, work with China in the same direction, develop bilateral relations based on mutual respect, equality and mutual benefits, and focus on advancing practical coope