Premier Li Keqiang has responded to European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker’s words at the 12th China-EU Business Summit, on June 2, stating while international uncertainties are increasing, China-EU relations are stabilizing.
“My visit to Europe is aimed at building consensus, increasing mutual trust and enhancing cooperation between China and Europe to counter international uncertainties with a stable China-EU relationship,” he said.
“I hope the summit will send out a stable market expectation for entrepreneurs.
“The trend of world peace and cooperation is irreversible, and mankind has the wisdom to maintain long-term peace for a safe business environment.”
Premier Li’s positive position won a warm applause at the gathering.
China and Europe work together for economic globalization
The Premier said, in a speech at the summit, China and Europe shared a stance on key international concepts, stating both sides should safeguard the main trend of globalization, as well as work for universal, inclusive and fair growth.
“We cannot deny globalization may have a negative impact on certain industries and groups of people in some countries,” he said.
“The solution lies in improved global governance, which can bring inclusive benefits to all countries and people.”
Free and fair trade equally important
Premier Li has stated the EU should defend the rules of being free and having fair trade. His comments were in response to President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker’s words on the matter.
The Premier said, while it was difficult to achieve an absolute bilateral trade balance for every country, it was necessary for countries to work for sustainable and balanced trades on an international scale.
“It is urgent for us to adhere to the principles of free and fair trade with multilateralism, inclusiveness and nondiscrimination, which will revitalize trade and investment,” he said.
Jointly safeguard rule-based multilateral economic and trade order
