Ireland willing to help China reach out to EU -- deputy PM
Ireland's deputy prime minister on Friday said Ireland is willing to help China reach out to the European Union (EU) and other parts of the world based on mutual understanding and respect.
China, EU sign milestone agreements on civil aviation cooperation
China and the European Commission on Monday signed two milestone agreements on civil aviation, marking an important step to implement the consensuses reached by leaders from both sides during the China-EU Summit held last month.
China, EU aviation regulators sign landmark deal, paving road for home-made C919
China and the EU inked landmark agreements on Monday, recognizing aircraft certifications from both sides and creating a framework for further cooperation in areas of policy, technology, and talent.
Chinese, Russian senior diplomats agree to boost joint efforts on global strategic stability
Chinese and Russian senior diplomats on Friday agreed to work together to uphold multilateralism and safeguard the international arms control system so as to strengthen global strategic stability.
Croatia, China vow to enhance law enforcement, security cooperation
Croatia is willing to enhance cooperation with China on law enforcement and security, said Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic on Thursday when meeting with visiting Chinese State Councilor and Minister of Public Security Zhao Kezhi.
Italy sets opening-up tone for others to follow
Projects under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) are “no different” from those of the World Bank, Asian Development Bank and other international organizations, Michele Geraci, undersecretary of state of the Italian Ministry of Economic Development, told the Global Times.
Italy could become B&R terminal in southern Europe: officials
A conference entitled "Italy-China Partnership in the New Silk Road" was held in Rome on Friday, at which Italian government officials and experts voiced their support for the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), discussing the possibility of Italy becoming the BRI's terminal in southern Europe.
London eyes BRI projects
While London hasn't formally endorsed the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), it didn't conceal its interest in closer cooperation with China on the initiative. The prospect of leaving the EU may provide the UK a new role in the BRI. In which areas can both countries enhance cooperation under the BRI? How does the UK define China? Global Times (GT) reporters Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi interviewed Douglas Flint (Flint), a special envoy of the British Treasury for the Belt and Road Initiative, on these issues.
Czech President's visit marks 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations
During the visit of Czech President Miloš Zeman for the second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, the Czech Embassy in China held a reception to celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the Czech Republic on April 25.
Switzerland officially endorses BRI
Chinese President Xi Jinping received Swiss President Ueli Maurer for a state visit Monday.
Over 70% of Chinese firms view the EU as their first investment choice
The EU has become the most attractive destination for Chinese investment due to consistent progress of the China-EU bilateral relationship. Meanwhile, China has called for a better and sound investment environment in the EU market.
Chinese companies eye robust investment in Europe in first half of 2019: Rhodium
Overseas direct investment (ODI) from China may be shifting toward the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as Chinese companies face growing difficulties entering the US. Chinese and foreign experts said the shift could bring significant changes to the global investment landscape, and could benefit BRI countries and regions with investment grade ratings.
Switzerland applauded for joining BRI
A decision by Switzerland to join the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has garnered much praise in China, where analysts call the move a crucial step that will open up massive possibilities for cooperation and strengthen bilateral trade and economic ties.
Chinese companies should seize 17+1 opportunity to explore Croatian market
Chinese businesses need to seize the opportunity of the 17+1 format to explore the Croatian market to contribute to prosperity and stability of both sides.
China plans to resume pork imports from France: ambassador
China will soon resume pork imports from France, French Ambassador to China Jean-Maurice Ripert said on Wednesday, a further sign of strengthened China-French relations ahead of the upcoming second Belt and Road Summit Forum.
EU may take cue from US-China trade talks
China is the largest manufacturing economy, whose products have been exported to the rest of world; while it is also a huge market, attracting global companies' attention. The EU is not only an affluent economy but also a major manufacturing base in the world. China and the EU can cooperate in manufacturing as their huge markets are attractive to each other. Hence, there is huge potential for China and the EU to cooperate.
Greece inclusion to China-CEEC cooperation mechanism is the icing on the cake for Europe
Greece's ascension to the CEEC is both a joyous event for the country and a positive gain for the cooperation. It is also a benefit to the EU.
China-CEEC trade hits $19b, ties not dividing Europe
Increasing cooperation between China and Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) is neither driving the latter away from European integration nor making the continent more divided, Chinese analysts stressed, as leaders from China and CEEC gathered in Croatia on Friday for their annual meeting.