The Ministry of National Defense talks about Sino-US military relations: hope that the US will reduce hostility and refrain from provocations

　　Chinanews, October 29. According to the WeChat official account of the Ministry of National Defense, Wu Qian, director of the Ministry of National Defense Information Bureau and spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense, said on the 29th that the relationship between the Chinese and US armed forces is an important part of the relationship between the two countries.

It is hoped that the US and China will meet halfway, reduce hostility, refrain from provocations, strengthen communication, manage risks, and play a constructive role in the stable development of relations between the two militaries.

　　On the afternoon of October 29, the Ministry of National Defense held a regular press conference.

At the meeting, a reporter asked: Some commentators believe that the current Sino-US relations are facing many challenges, and the new crown pneumonia epidemic is still severe. Under this situation, can the military exchanges between China and the US proceed normally?

Please introduce the situation.

　　Wu Qian responded that the Sino-US military relations are an important part of the relations between the two countries.

It is in the interests of both sides to maintain the stability of the Sino-US military relations and requires joint efforts.

On October 20, the leaders of the Office of International Military Cooperation of the Central Military Commission had a phone conversation with senior officials of the US Department of Defense. They exchanged in-depth views on the relationship between the two militaries and issues of mutual concern. Cooperation in the field.

From October 28th to 29th, the Chinese and American armed forces held a video conference of the crisis communication working group.

In addition, the two sides agreed to conduct the 2020 Sino-US military humanitarian relief and disaster reduction seminars and exchanges through video conferences in mid-November.

Before the end of the year, the two militaries will also hold a video conference for maritime military security consultations.

　　Wu Qian pointed out that China is willing to continue to uphold the principles of non-conflict, non-confrontation, mutual respect, and win-win cooperation, and strive to promote the development of China-US relations on a coordinated, cooperative, and stable track.

It is hoped that the US and China will meet halfway, reduce hostility, refrain from provocations, strengthen communication, manage risks, and play a constructive role in the stable development of relations between the two militaries.