China, France pledge to strengthen relations, safeguard multilateralism

China and France have pledged to strengthen coordination in international affairs to safeguard multilateralism while promoting bilateral ties as they celebrate the 55th anniversary of their establishment of diplomatic relations this year.

In talks with visiting State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi at Elysee Palace in Paris on Wednesday, French President Emmanuel Macron said his country considers relations with China to be of great importance. He also said his country hopes to take advantage of the 55th anniversary of their diplomatic relations to promote high-level exchanges between them.

France stands ready to deepen cooperation with China in such fields as trade, investment, nuclear energy and aviation as well as enhancing cultural, educational and youth exchanges, he added.