China and Tajikistan have pledged to deepen cooperation across trade, development, and regional security during a high-level meeting in Chengdu this weekend. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Tajikistan's Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, signaling a 'win-win' partnership aimed at boosting economic growth and stability in Central Asia. 🌟
Wang emphasized China's support for Tajikistan's development path, stating Beijing opposes external interference in the country’s affairs—a clear nod to shared sovereignty principles. 🤝 Both sides agreed to expand collaboration in energy, infrastructure, and tech, with Wang adding, 'Our friendship is a bridge connecting Asia’s future.'
Muhriddin thanked China for its role in improving livelihoods in Tajikistan and reaffirmed their stance on the one-China principle. He also invited more Chinese businesses to invest in sectors like mining and agriculture, calling it a 'golden opportunity'. 💼
The talks coincided with the 5th China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers' Meeting, a platform shaping regional diplomacy. Analysts say the move could counterbalance Western influence while offering Tajikistan much-needed tech and investment. 🔥
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