Trump says he will visit China in mid-May; Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds

U.S. President Trump is set to visit China in mid-May, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated during a regular press conference on March 26, emphasizing that state leader diplomacy plays an irreplaceable strategic guiding role in China-U.S. relations, and that both sides are maintaining communication regarding President Trump’s visit.

Related Reports from the Press Conference

Foreign Ministry on the Middle East Situation: Continuing the Conflict Will Only Lead to More Casualties

On March 26, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian responded to questions about the Iran conflict during a regular press conference, stating that China has repeatedly emphasized that the prolongation of the conflict is not in the interest of any party. Continuing this war will only lead to more casualties and unnecessary losses, causing the situation to further escalate.

The urgent priority is to actively encourage peace talks, seize opportunities for peace, and promote the cessation of hostilities. We support all efforts that are conducive to easing tensions. All parties should work together to create conditions for initiating truly meaningful and sincere peace talks. China is willing to continue to play a constructive role in this regard.

UK Rejects Chinese Company’s Plan to Build Factory in Scotland for National Security Reasons; Foreign Ministry Responds

On March 26, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian presided over a regular press conference.

A Bloomberg reporter asked about the UK’s rejection of Mingyang Smart Energy Group’s plan to build a wind turbine factory in Scotland for national security reasons. What is China’s response?

Lin Jian stated that the essence of China-UK economic and trade green cooperation is mutual benefit and win-win outcomes, and it should not be affected by excessive politicization and securitization. We hope the UK will provide a fair, just, and non-discriminatory business and investment environment for companies from all countries, including Chinese enterprises.

U.S. Plans to Build Ammunition Production Line in the Philippines; Foreign Ministry Responds

On March 26, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian presided over a regular press conference. A reporter asked about the Pentagon’s statement that a U.S.-led manufacturing group is seeking to build a new ammunition production line in the Philippines, claiming it is to help allies produce and maintain military equipment closer to potential demand areas. What is China’s comment on this?

Lin Jian stated that China has always believed that military security cooperation between countries should not target third parties or undermine the interests of third parties, and it should not harm regional peace and stability. The Asia-Pacific is the most important source of development and prosperity as well as stability in the world. The U.S. and its allies should genuinely respect the common aspirations of regional countries and do more to promote peace and stability, rather than introducing group confrontation and conflict into the Asia-Pacific. If relevant countries willingly become a powder keg or an ammunition depot, they will ultimately only harm themselves. China will firmly defend its territorial sovereignty and security interests and safeguard its legitimate rights and interests.

(Source: Xinhua News Agency)