China News Service, Beijing, May 18 (Zhang Su, Li Jingze) Australian Prime Minister Morrison said recently that "Australia respects the boundaries of China." Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference on the 18th that he hopes Australia will Fang put his position to the ground.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian.
A reporter asked, according to reports, the Australian Prime Minister Morrison said recently that both the Australian and Chinese governments have drawn clear boundaries on matters that are very important to each other. The Australian side respects the Chinese boundary and also hopes that Australia will invest in foreign investment planning and technology. , Human rights and other aspects are respected. What is China's comment?
Zhao Lijian replied that China has always insisted on developing friendly and cooperative relations with other countries on the basis of mutual respect and equal treatment. China never does anything that harms others and benefits itself, but instead advocates seeking common ground while reserving differences and achieving win-win cooperation. At the same time, our determination to safeguard national sovereignty security and development interests is unwavering.
"I hope that the Australian side will implement the 'respect for China's boundaries' statement, and really proceed from Australia's own interests and use practical measures to improve bilateral relations and deepen mutual trust between the two countries to create a good atmosphere for pragmatic cooperation between the two countries," he said.
Another reporter mentioned that Australian Trade Minister Birmingham said in an interview that he hopes to talk to Chinese counterparts on trade issues, but China has not arranged it. Can China confirm?
"Regarding recent trade issues, the Ministry of Commerce of China has responded, and I have also answered relevant questions." Zhao Lijian said.
He emphasized that the case was a normal case of trade remedy investigation. China is advancing relevant investigations in accordance with relevant laws and WTO rules.
Zhao Lijian reiterated that China ’s position on developing relations between China and Australia is consistent and clear. A healthy and stable China-Australia relationship is in the common interests of both countries, but this requires the joint efforts of both sides.
"We hope that Australia and China will act in the same direction, earnestly uphold the principles of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit, and do more things that are conducive to China-Australia mutual trust and cooperation and in line with the spirit of China-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership." He said. (Finish)