Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called China and the Republic of Korea (ROK) “neighbors that cannot be separated” during high-level talks in Beijing this week, signaling a renewed push for cooperation between the two Asian powerhouses. The meeting comes ahead of a major international economic summit that could reshape regional partnerships.
Why It Matters 🌐
With tensions simmering in global trade and tech sectors, Wang stressed that both nations must stick to “good-neighbor friendship” and aim for “mutual benefit” – a nod to their $360 billion annual trade relationship. ROK Foreign Minister Cho Hyun echoed the sentiment, pledging to use October’s APEC Leaders’ Meeting in Seoul as a springboard for deeper collaboration.
APEC in the Spotlight 🚀
All eyes are now on the upcoming APEC gathering, where 21 member economies – including the Chinese mainland and the ROK – will discuss sustainable growth and digital innovation. Analysts say this could boost joint ventures in AI and green energy, two areas where both countries already lead globally.
