Guo Jiakun

When asked to comment on what German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said in an interview with Reuters that the German federal government is interested in close economic and trade relations and good bilateral cooperation with China, and that "decoupling" isn't the right strategy, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun replied that he hopes Germany to uphold fair attitude in promoting the bilateral ties. 

Guo made the remark during a press conference held on Friday, emphasizing that China and Germany are comprehensive strategic partners. 

During the past 53 years of diplomatic relations, the two countries have achieved robust development in their bilateral relationship and are engaged in deeply integrated industrial development, which give a strong boost to the two countries' respective development, the spokesperson said. 

In a volatile and turbulent world, China and Germany, as two major countries and large economies in the world, need to set examples in forging a new type of major-country relations, uphold mutual respect, equality and win-win cooperation, and make greater contribution to the world peace and development through the stability of China-Germany ties, Guo noted, adding that it is also what the two peoples, including those from the business community in Germany, have hoped for.

Guo further noted that, due to differences in history, culture, social system and development stage, it is natural for China and Germany to differ in their opinions on certain issues, and the two sides can enhance understanding and mutual trust through candid communication. "We hope Germany will uphold an objective and just attitude, foster a positive and rational perception on China, and work with China to promote and keep the bilateral relationship on the right track," said Guo.

Global Times