Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian. Photo: Chinese Defense Ministry

When asked about whether the Chinese and US militaries would conduct important exchanges in the near future and on further information on the bilateral military relations, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian said on Thursday that the two sides have reached some preliminary consensus on China-US military exchanges, which are advancing as planned. Building a stable China-US military relationship serves the common interests of both sides and meets the expectations of the international community.

To develop China-US military relations, it is essential to uphold the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation, enhance communication and dialogue, and properly manage differences. We hope that through the joint efforts of both sides, the military relations between China and the US can achieve healthy and stable development, Wu said.

Global Times