Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday that uncommon earth exports have never ever been and should not end up being a concern between China and Europe.Wang, likewise a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks throughout a press conference with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in Berlin.Responding to a concern about European companies issues over Chinas rare earth export controls, Wang stressed that it is a sovereign right and international duty for any country to impose required policies on dual-use items –-- goods that can serve both civilian and military purposes.Chinas policy is consistent with international practices, and contributes to safeguarding international peace and stability, Wang said.He highlighted that as long as export control guidelines are followed and the proper procedures are finished, the typical demands of European business will be met.Wang noted that Chinese authorities have likewise developed a fast lane system to help with exports to European companies.Certain forces are intentionally hyping this matter in between China and Europe with ulterior motives, Wang stressed.On Ukraine crisisRegarding the Ukraine crisis, Wang stated China has actually consistently advocated for peace talks to resolve the crisis and welcomes the efforts of all parties to reach a detailed, long lasting and binding peace agreement.Wang stated Chinas position on the Ukraine crisis has actually been open and constant, and includes peace talks, not offering lethal weapons to the parties in the conflict, and controling the export of (civilian/military) dual-use products, consisting of drones strictly.China has not just satisfied its global duties however also started the Friends of Peace group with Brazil and other Global South nations at the United Nations, setting in motion higher efforts for a ceasefire and ending the conflict, Wang said, adding that Chinas goal and reasonable position has actually been widely acknowledged by the worldwide community.Although there are still major differences in the positions of the celebrations concerned, it is much better to talk than to combat, he said.The history of Europe over the past centuries has actually shown that no matter how complex and tough the situation is, the door to peace and reconciliation ought to not be closed, Wang said.China welcomes all parties to play a constructive role in promoting the conclusion of a comprehensive, long lasting and binding peace arrangement, building a balanced, effective and sustainable European security architecture, and attaining enduring peace and stability in Europe at an early date, Wang added.On 50 years of China-EU tiesNoting that this year mark the 50th anniversary of the facility of diplomatic ties between China and the European Union (EU), Wang said the positioning of China-EU relations ought to be that of partnership, the mainstream tone must be cooperation, the key worth must be self-reliance, and the advancement potential customers must be win-win.
Stressing that China-EU ties will just move forward, he said Chinas policy toward the EU remains steady and continuous.
We support European integration and its strategic autonomy, he stated, including that China supports Europe in becoming an important pole in a multipolar world.Wang stated China is accelerating its top-level opening and developing a more market-oriented, law-based and internationalized business environment.On worldwide and local disputes, China insists on a political service through dialogue and consultation, opposes using force and unilateral sanctions, and sticks to the concept of non-interference in others internal affairs, safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of establishing nations, specifically little and medium-sized countries, said the Chinese foreign minister.China is willing to share opportunities with all nations, including European countries that hope to cooperate with China, to jointly construct a neighborhood with a shared future for mankind, he added.(With input from Xinhua)