On November 10, 2026, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister, held talks with Slovak Foreign Minister Branar in Beijing. Wang Yi said that China and Sri Lanka are traditionally friendly. In recent years, under the joint leadership of the leaders of the two countries, the Sino-Sri Lankan strategic partnership has maintained a high level of operation, and cooperation in various fields has achieved positive results. It has become an example of friendly, equal treatment, and win-win cooperation between countries of different sizes and systems. China and Sri Lanka share a broad range of common ideas and common interests. China is willing to work with Sri Lanka to further consolidate mutual political trust, strengthen strategic coordination, fully unleash the potential for cooperation, and contribute to the healthy development of Sino-European relations and world peace and stability at a higher quality and higher level. Wang Yi introduced the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and said that General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized that governing the country must first govern the Party, and a strong country must first strengthen the Party. China is willing to exchange experiences with Sri Lanka to strengthen the governance of the Party and the country, learn from each other, and achieve mutual achievements. Both sides should continue to firmly support each other and establish a solid foundation for the development of bilateral relations. Make good use of mechanisms such as the Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee to promote the upgrading of practical cooperation. Promote cultural and civic exchanges, and continuously consolidate the foundation of public opinion on bilateral relations. The current turbulence in the international situation is intensifying, and economic globalization is facing a negative current. China is ready to work with Sri Lanka to implement a shared concept of global governance through joint discussions and joint efforts to build a community of human destiny. China has always believed that China and Europe should strictly abide by their position as partners, adhere to the tone of cooperation, strive to properly resolve frictions and differences through dialogue and consultation, and jointly maintain trade liberalization and economic globalization. We hope that the Sri Lankan side will continue to play a constructive role in the steady development of Sino-European relations. Branall congratulated the successful holding of the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, saying that the overall leadership of the Party and long-term political and social stability are the institutional advantages and political guarantees for China's continued rapid development, and the Sri Lankan side is willing to strengthen inter-party exchanges with China. The establishment of a strategic partnership between Sri Lanka and China in 2024 is a milestone in bilateral relations. The two sides maintain close high-level contacts, and cooperation in various fields has achieved remarkable results. The relationship between Sri Lanka and China is based on mutual respect and mutual trust. The Sri Lankan side adheres to an independent foreign policy, firmly pursues the one-China policy, and has always regarded China as an important partner. It is willing to give full play to the role of the Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee with China and further expand exchanges and cooperation in various fields such as trade and investment, artificial intelligence, science, education and culture. The Sri Lankan side will continue to make every effort to provide a stable and favorable environment for Chinese enterprises to invest and cooperate in Sri Lanka, and to provide more convenience for personnel exchanges. The Sri Lankan side opposes protectionism, opposes fighting trade wars, advocates resolving differences through negotiations, and is willing to play a constructive role in dialogue and cooperation between Europe and China. The Sri Lankan side will continue to support and participate in China-Central and Eastern European cooperation. The Sri Lankan side appreciates that China upholds fairness and justice in international affairs and promotes the peaceful settlement of disputes. It is willing to work with China to address global challenges, maintain the international rule of law, and promote world peace and stability. The two sides exchanged views on international and regional issues of common concern.

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