On April 4, 2022, State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a telephone conversation with Hungarian Foreign Minister Sjjardo at the request.
Wang Yi first conveyed the congratulations of the Chinese leaders to Prime Minister Orban's leadership of the FYD in the election again, saying that the election results show that the independent policy pursued by the Hungarian side is in line with the national conditions of Hungary, conforms to the common interests of the Hungarian people, and has received broad and firm support.
We wish Hungary greater achievements under the correct leadership of Prime Minister Orban.
Wang Yi said that under the new situation of increasing turbulence and changes in the world, upholding independence and self-determination is particularly valuable and important not only to Hungary, but also to Europe and other countries in the world.
As comprehensive strategic partners, it is necessary for China and Hungary to deepen bilateral cooperation, consolidate the political foundation, enhance their ability to jointly resist risks and challenges, and safeguard their respective sovereignty, security and development interests.
Hungary has the tenacity and will to overcome difficulties, and China will continue to firmly support Hungary in safeguarding the development path chosen by itself.
Scijardo conveyed Prime Minister Orban's thanks to the Chinese leaders, and expressed his pleasure that the first call after the election was the Chinese Foreign Minister, which demonstrated the mutual trust and friendship between Hungary and China and the high level of bilateral relations.
The victory of the FYDF in the election shows the Hungarian people's trust in the FYDF's internal and external policies.
The Hungarian side will continue to firmly safeguard the legitimate interests of the country, and is willing to continuously deepen bilateral cooperation in various fields, so as to push the Hungary-China comprehensive strategic partnership to a new level.
The two sides exchanged views on China-EU relations.
Wang Yi said that China will follow the important opinions expressed by President Xi Jinping during the video meeting with EU leaders, cooperate with the EU to address global challenges, implement the consensus reached at the China-EU leaders' meeting, and promote the healthy and stable development of China-EU relations.
Sjjardo said that Hungary firmly supports EU-China friendship and will continue to play a constructive role in the development of EU-China relations with a respectful and pragmatic attitude.