Exciting news from Xi’an! China and five Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—officially launched the secretariat of the China-Central Asian cooperation mechanism this Saturday. 🎉🏛️
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, alongside his counterparts from the Central Asian nations, joined the ceremony to mark this significant milestone. Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, praised the strong collaboration built over the past four years under this mechanism.
The establishment of the secretariat is a clear sign that the leaders of China and Central Asia are serious about working together for mutual growth and development. Wang emphasized that this move demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the six countries to foster stronger ties and deliver benefits to their people.
All participating foreign ministers expressed high hopes for the secretariat, believing it will inject fresh momentum into regional cooperation. They are confident that with mutual support, the secretariat will operate smoothly and effectively, paving the way for more collaborative achievements.
China’s Vice Foreign Minister, Sun Weidong, highlighted the secretariat’s key roles: implementing the consensus reached by the leaders, preparing for upcoming summits, and supporting meetings and cooperation in critical areas. The goal is for the secretariat to be a dedicated “servant” to the China-Central Asian mechanism, ensuring seamless cooperation.
Executive Director Wu Yingqin added that the secretariat will actively work on strengthening regulations, fully executing summit outcomes, and advancing cooperation in key sectors. The team is determined to push for new achievements that will enhance China-Central Asia relations.
With this launch, the China-Central Asian cooperation mechanism is set to reach new heights, promising exciting developments for the future! 🚀🌟
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Secretariat of China-Central Asia mechanism launched in Xi'an
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