Deepening China-Denmark ties

China and Denmark, far apart as they are, have a long history of friendly exchanges. On May 11, 1950, Denmark established diplomatic relations with China, making it one of the first among western countries and opening new prospects in China-Denmark relations.

Over the past 65 years, this relationship has been maturing, underpinned by ever-strengthening mutual trust. In 2008, the two countries established the comprehensive strategic partnership. In 2012 and 2014, our two heads of state exchanged visits, bringing China-Denmark relations to a new height.

The mutually beneficial and practical cooperation between the two countries keeps growing. In 2014, our two-way trade exceeded $10 billion, more than 3,500 times the figure in 1950, making China Denmark's largest trading partner in Asia. Denmark is amongst the European countries with the largest trade volume and largest investment in China per capita. More than 40 cities, regions and provinces are engaged in direct cooperation.