Wang made statements during a phone conversation on Monday with Wadephul, where bilateral ties, the international scenario, and existing trade tensions between China and the European Union were discussed.
According to the Chinese statement, Wang emphasized that China and Germany, both economic powers and broad strategic partners, need to strengthen strategic communication, increase mutual trust, and intensify practical cooperation in light of the effects of unilateralism and deglobalization.
The head of Chinese diplomacy argued that both countries should send a positive signal in joint support of multilateralism and free trade, in addition to contributing to solidifying the credibility of the international community in relations between Beijing and Brussels.
Wang expressed the desire for Germany to adopt a rational and pragmatic stance, assuming a constructive role within the EU and encouraging the bloc to defend free trade.
The minister also stressed that China and the EU are considered 'comprehensive strategic partners' and warned that the two parties should not initiate a trade war, especially considering the increased European rigidity regarding the trade deficit, China's industrial capacity surplus, and European companies' access to the Chinese market.
In turn, the Chinese version indicates that Wadephul stated that Germany maintains the intention to enhance high-level meetings with China, deepen the partnership in trade and investment, and raise the level of bilateral ties.