Wang Yi: China and Germany are countries with world influence, and Sino-German relations are the leaders of China-EU relations
On the 20th, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the first video meeting with the new German Foreign Minister Berberk. Wang Yi said that in the 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Germany, the two countries have respected each other and complemented each other's advantages, promoted their respective economic development, and established an all-round strategic partnership. Over the past 50 years, bilateral trade between China and Germany has grown more than 800-fold. In 2021, the bilateral trade volume overcame the impact of the epidemic to reach a record high, which fully confirmed the complementarity of the economies of the two countries and the resilience of economic and trade relations. The two sides should provide better expectations and policy frameworks for cooperation, and jointly create new highlights of cooperation in the fields of digital, communications, service trade, agricultural science and technology, and green development. German enterprises are welcome to expand their investment in China, and at the same time hope that the German side will uphold the principle of fairness and justice, eliminate external interference, and provide a good business environment for Chinese enterprises to invest in Germany. Belberg said that the German side is committed to developing a stable partnership with China, will continue to pursue a one-China policy, take the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as an opportunity to deepen exchanges and cooperation between the two countries in various fields, and is willing to treat enterprises in Germany equally, including China.
The Russian military released a video showing off its military muscles, and the European Union said it was ready to deal with Russia's aggression against Ukraine
At a time of tension in Ukraine, the Russian military released a video on the 20th to show off military muscles, showing a series of modern armaments including silent submarines and tanks, as well as the excellent combat capabilities of the troops in the snow. The film shows that the Russian "Magadan" diesel-electric submarine docked in the port of St. Petersburg, its submarine speed reached 18 knots, diving depth of 300 meters, 52 crew members, autonomous navigation capability of 45 days. Because of its strong concealment, NATO named the submarine "black hole". In the film, the Russian army also staged a rapid mobilization to build a bridge to cross the river, the sappers dug holes in the ice and put explosives to blow up the ice, and the huge folding bridge entered the river and became a temporary bridge. European Commission President von der Leyen said on the 20th that the tension between Ukraine and Russia has not eased, and the EU is highly concerned about this and opposes Russia's attempt to divide Europe into a sphere of influence. The EU is staunchly defending Ukraine's sovereign independence and will respond with massive economic and financial sanctions if Ukraine is attacked further. "We hope the attack won't happen, but if it does, we're ready to deal with it." Von der Leyen also said the EU remains open to dialogue with Russia and wants to resolve its differences within the framework of the mechanisms established for this purpose. On the same day, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Borrell also re-emphasized the EU's position, saying that any discussion on the security of European countries and regions must involve Europeans.
After the Uk announced the lifting of most of the COVID-19 restrictions, France also announced the gradual relaxation of epidemic prevention measures
Following British Prime Minister Johnson's announcement that he plans to cancel most of the epidemic prevention measures at the end of January, French Prime Minister Castell held a press conference on the 20th, saying that France also plans to gradually cancel measures such as mandatory outdoor wearing of masks and remote work from February 2, and cultural and entertainment venues such as bars and nightclubs will gradually resume normal business. Castel stressed that according to the relevant data assessment, France is passing through the "difficult stage" of the epidemic and gradually moving towards the "calm period" of the fifth wave of the epidemic. He also announced that the vaccine pass will take effect from next Monday.
President of the United Nations General Assembly: Called for a comprehensive global ceasefire during the Beijing Winter Olympics
The Beijing Winter Olympics are about to be held, and the President of the United Nations General Assembly, Shahid, called on the 20th that during the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, all countries and belligerents can abide by the Olympic spirit and achieve a comprehensive ceasefire, and all countries need to take concrete actions to promote and strengthen peace and harmony based on the spirit of truce. Shahid said that the Olympic Truce is a sacred principle of the Olympic Games, and since 1993, the General Assembly has adopted a resolution urging all countries to abide by the Olympic Truce resolution before the opening and closing of each Olympic Games. The Beijing Winter Olympics will be held from February 4 to 20, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres and UN General Assembly President Shahid have made it clear that they will attend the Winter Olympics.
China, Russia and Iran will hold joint maritime exercises in the northern Indian Ocean to raise the level of regional security
Iran, China and Russia will hold a joint military exercise code-named "2022 Maritime Seat Belt" in the Northern Indian Ocean on the 21st. Iranian authorities say the trilateral exercise will bring the highest level of security to the region. This is the third joint maritime exercise between the three countries. In addition to the Iranian Navy's sea and air forces, maritime forces from China and Russia will also participate in the exercises. Covering 17,000 square kilometers of water, participants will practice a variety of tactics and actions, such as rescuing a fire-fighting vessel, rescuing a hijacked vessel, shooting at a specific target, and shooting at an aerial target at night. Iranian Navy Commander Ilani said joint maritime exercises by the three navies could bring the highest level of security to the region.
Source: Phoenix TV Information Station
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