China Welcomes Trump's Visit, Seeks Cooperation and Progress in Bilateral Relations

China Welcomes Trump's Visit, Seeks Cooperation and Progress in Bilateral Relations

Following reports that US President-elect Donald Trump expressed interest in visiting China within his first 100 days in office, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning responded on Monday.

Ning stated that China is prepared to collaborate with the new US administration under the strategic guidance of both countries' presidents. This collaboration will be based on principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation.

China aims to maintain communication, enhance cooperation, and effectively manage and control differences with the US. This approach seeks to achieve greater progress in China-US relations, marking a new starting point for the bilateral relationship.

Ning emphasized China's commitment to working with the US to build a new type of major-country relationship, characterized by non-conflict, non-confrontation, mutual respect, and win-win cooperation. This relationship would contribute to peace, stability, and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

The spokesperson also highlighted the importance of managing differences between the two countries in a constructive manner. China believes that through dialogue and consultation, both sides can find common ground and address their concerns effectively.

Ning concluded by expressing China's hope that the new US administration will work with China to build a more cooperative and stable China-US relationship, benefiting both countries and the world.