China & Spain Boost Ties Amid Global Challenges

In a high-profile meeting at the Munich Security Conference, China and Spain pledged to strengthen cooperation and champion multilateralism as global tensions rise. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Spain’s Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares Bueno emphasized collaboration in tech, trade, and sustainability during talks marking 50 years of China-EU diplomatic ties and 20 years of China-Spain strategic partnership.

A Milestone Year for Diplomacy

Wang highlighted opportunities for Spanish businesses in China’s booming digital economy and AI sectors, saying: “Sharing markets means sharing progress.” Both nations aim to “inject stability” into China-EU relations while advancing UN sustainability goals.

Tech & Sustainability in Focus

Bueno echoed Spain’s commitment to multilateralism, stressing plans to “safeguard the UN’s authority” and accelerate climate action. The talks signal a push for ‘democracy in international relations’ – a nod to fairer global decision-making.

With geopolitical uncertainties looming, this partnership could reshape how major economies tackle everything from AI ethics to green energy transitions.

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China and Spain vow to strengthen ties, push for multilateralism

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