Beijing urges France to respect one-China principle during high-level talks

During high-level talks in Beijing on Friday, China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, urged France to uphold the one-China principle and respect China's core interests. Wang met with Emmanuel Bonne, the French president's diplomatic adviser, emphasizing that a strong strategic partnership requires solid political mutual trust and freedom from external interference. China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Wang expressed hope France would avoid official interactions with Taiwan authorities and refrain from sending signals to "Taiwan independence" separatist forces. The discussion aimed to reinforce the foundation of Sino-French relations based on mutual respect for core interests.