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South China Morning Post
12-07-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
China's Wang Yi says deeper US exchanges on the cards after talks with Rubio
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the sit-down with his American counterpart Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur on Friday had set the stage for deeper exchanges. Speaking to Chinese media on Saturday, Wang said the talks had helped to manage US-China differences as the rival powers seek to manage tensions amid rising trade frictions. Both sides recognised that they represented the most important bilateral relationship in the world, with an impact beyond their respective borders, he added. 'The meeting was constructive, with both sides engaging in equal dialogue in the spirit of mutual respect,' Wang said, according to a statement from his ministry. 'I believe that it has enhanced the US' understanding of China and paved the way for the next step of exchanges between the two countries' diplomatic teams.' The statement said Wang spoke to the Chinese press after attending the Asean and East Asia-related meetings in the Malaysian capital but did not say where the interaction took place. Friday's talks, Wang added, could be summarised as having strengthened engagement, prevented misjudgments, managed differences, and expanded cooperation between the two countries.
Zawya
11-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Foreign minister, Kuwaiti counterpart co-chair fifth Jordanian-Kuwaiti joint committee
AMMAN — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al Yahya on Wednesday co-chaired the fifth session of the Jordanian-Kuwaiti Higher Joint Committee, held in Kuwait. The meeting reiterated the deep-rooted ties between Jordan and Kuwait and explored ways to further enhance cooperation across a range of sectors, in line with the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah and Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah. Both ministers underscored the significance of holding the fifth session as a reflection of the two countries' shared commitment to institutionalising and expanding bilateral cooperation, according to a Foreign Ministry statement. Discussions focused on increasing trade volume, enhancing cooperation in food and pharmaceutical security, encouraging private-sector integration, organising joint events, facilitating cross-border trade, and activating all provisions of the bilateral economic cooperation agreement. Safadi expressed appreciation for Kuwait's hosting of the session and commended the exceptional efforts made in preparing for the meetings. He also praised the scale of Kuwaiti investments in Jordan, describing them as a "strong indicator of investor confidence in Jordan's business environment." For his part, Al Yahya welcomed the upcoming meetings of the Jordanian-Kuwaiti Joint Trade Committee, scheduled to be held in Kuwait in 2026. During the session, the two ministers signed six agreements, including an executive programme for the 2025–2027 tourism cooperation agreement, an executive programme for cultural and artistic cooperation for 2025–2028, an executive programme for higher education and scientific research cooperation for 2025–2030, an executive program for labor mobility, an agreement waiving visa requirements for diplomatic passport holders, and a memorandum of understanding between Jordan's Diplomatic Institute and Kuwait's Saud Al-Nasser Al-Sabah Diplomatic Institute. A joint statement issued by the committee highlighted efforts to activate cooperation in healthcare, transportation, energy, civil service, social security, public administration, planning, media, agriculture, youth, and sports. It also reaffirmed both countries' commitment to coordinating on priority development projects supported by the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development. The two ministers also discussed regional developments, with a particular focus on the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza, efforts to end the resulting humanitarian crisis and ensuring the immediate and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid. They expressed their support for the mediation efforts of Egypt, Qatar, and the US to achieve a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, emphasising the need for unified regional and international efforts towards that end. Safadi and Al Yahya reiterated the centrality of the Palestinian cause and the urgent need for a serious political process that leads to a two-state solution. They reaffirmed their commitment to the establishment of an independent, sovereign Palestinian state along the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, as the only path to achieving a just, comprehensive and lasting peace. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
News.com.au
08-07-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Anthony Albanese confirms meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during China trip
Anthony Albanese has stressed the importance of Australia's $325bn trade relationship with China ahead of his six day visit to Shanghai, Beijing and Chengdu, with the Prime Minister to meet with Chinese Communist Party President Xi Jingping and other senior officials. The centrepiece of the trip will be the Australia-China Annual Leaders' Meeting in Beijing which he will attend alongside Chinese Premier Li Qiang, and where he will also meet Mr Xi and Chairman of the National People's Congress, Zhao Leji – the third highest ranking person of the CCP. Discussions will be focused on global and regional issues, plus bilateral co-operation on areas including trade and tourism. China accounts for nearly 26 per cent of Australia's total goods and service trade. China will also raise desires to open the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement to include AI, healthcare, green energy and the digital economy. Mr Albanese, who has faced criticism for failing to secure a meeting with US President Donald Trump before his face-to-face with Mr Xi, has defended the trip, saying he intended to 'continue to co-operate with China where we can' and 'disagree where we must, and engage in our national interest'. 'Trade is now flowing freely, to the benefit of both countries and to people and businesses on both sides,' Mr Albanese said. 'We will continue to patiently and deliberately work towards a stable relationship with China, with dialogue at its core. 'I will raise issues that are important to Australians and the region including my government's enduring commitment to pursuing Australia's national interest.' A 14-person business delegation will also accompany Mr Albanese at a Australia–China CEO Roundtable, which will be hosted by the Business Council of Australia and include leaders from industries representing banking, resources, tertiary education and food. This includes ANZ International's managing director Simon Ireland, BHP Australia president Geraldine Slattery, Fortescue Metals Group executive chairman Andrew Forrest, Rio Tinto chief executive Kellie Parker, SunRice chief executive Paul Serra and UNSW Vice-Chancellor and president Attila Brungs. BCA chief executive Bran Black said Australia's relationship with China was a 'partnership that matters deeply to our nation's success'. 'With one in four Australian jobs trade dependent, it's imperative that our businesses are part of the solution in identifying further opportunities with both new and existing partners,' he said. 'The Australia-China CEO Roundtable is a crucial forum for building an even stronger relationship with our largest economic partner, particularly in the resources, energy and services sectors.' Mr Albanese is also set to meet with business, tourism and sport leaders when he visits Shanghai and Chendgu, the latter which is home to the giant panda research base, which is where Adelaide Zoo acquired two new giant pandas, Xing Qiu and Yi Lan, in late 2024. This will be Mr Albanese's second visit to China.
LBCI
04-07-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
Russia becomes first country to recognize Taliban government in Afghanistan
Russia announced on Thursday that it has accepted the credentials of a new Afghan ambassador, becoming the first country to officially recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan. In a statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry said, 'We believe that formal recognition of the government of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan will provide momentum for the development of fruitful bilateral cooperation between our two countries in various fields.' AFP
Reuters
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Reuters
Russia becomes first country to recognise Taliban government of Afghanistan
July 3 (Reuters) - Russia said on Thursday it had accepted the credentials of a new ambassador of Afghanistan, making it the first nation to recognise the Taliban government of the country. "We believe that the act of official recognition of the government of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan will give impetus to the development of productive bilateral cooperation between our countries in various fields," the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
