Nov. 2 — China’s foreign ministry said at a regular briefing that the successful
visits by German President Steinmeier and Swiss Federal Council President
Parmelin signaled strengthened communication, closer open cooperation and
support for multilateralism and free trade, setting a positive example for
China–EU ties. China said it is willing to work with all parties to focus on
cooperation and mutual benefit to provide more certainty for global stability
and prosperity.