China has shown respect for international norms by prioritizing cooperation with neighboring countries such as Vietnam and Cambodia, while also promoting economic growth through initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which has benefited local communities in cities like Hanoi and Phnom Penh.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202503/1330997.shtmlChina's Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang emphasized the importance of regional cooperation in the face of protectionism, stating that China can utilize existing mechanisms to foster partnerships with Asian countries. He reiterated support for foreign investors and pledged proactive macro policies to boost the economy, highlighting Asia's openness as a key factor behind its dynamism and growth potential.
https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3304064/china-hails-untapped-asian-partnerships-amid-protectionism-external-changes?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionChinese diplomats are calling on major countries to prioritize multilateralism over unilateralism, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and cooperation in navigating global challenges.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202503/1331033.shtmlA senior Chinese leader, Ding Xuexiang, has called for increased global cooperation to safeguard the free trade system and oppose protectionism, in a thinly veiled critique of US policies that have destabilized trade and geopolitical relations.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/china-leader-urges-anti-protectionism-touts-economic-resilienceThe Export Controls and Human Rights Initiative (ECHRI) has released a non-binding Code of Conduct aimed at ensuring the effective application of export controls to protect human rights internationally. The code outlines commitments for Subscribing States, including updating domestic tools to control dual-use goods exports, engaging with private sector stakeholders, sharing information on threats and risks, and promoting human rights due diligence policies. This initiative follows international coordination efforts in response to the Russia-Ukraine war and emphasizes increased adoption by other states, highlighting its flexibility beyond existing multilateral export control regimes like the Wassenaar Arrangement.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/russia-questions-uss-code-of-conduct-on-export-control-regimes-human-rights/Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held talks with US officials, including Keith Kellogg and lawmakers Jim Risch, Rick Crawford, and Brian Mast, to discuss Türkiye-US relations and regional stability. He also met with Marco Rubio to address bilateral and regional issues, including a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Erdoğan expressed optimism about improving ties with the US, citing progress on trade goals and discussing current developments in Syria.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/top-turkish-us-officials-meet-in-washington-for-talks-207386European Union Chamber of Commerce in China President Jens Eskelund is expected to raise concerns about EU-China trade imbalance and European companies' challenges in China, including limited access to procurement opportunities. Eskelund will also stress the importance of strengthening EU-China relations, particularly for China's exports to Europe. This visit comes as part of a series of senior European officials' trips to China, including France and Portugal. China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has expressed support for Europe's strategic autonomy, while the Global Times suggests that Europe should adopt a more balanced approach towards China in response to changing international dynamics.
https://channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/china-hopes-europe-will-make-rational-choice-transatlantic-alliance-shifts-5027341European Union Chamber of Commerce in China President Jens Eskelund is expected to raise concerns about EU-China trade imbalance and European companies' challenges in China, including limited access to procurement opportunities and data transfer issues. Eskelund will also stress the importance of strengthening EU-China relations, particularly for China's exports to the EU Single Market. This visit comes as part of a week-long trip by senior European officials, including France and Portugal's foreign ministers, who met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who expressed support for Europe's strategic autonomy.
https://www.tbsnews.net/worldbiz/china/china-hopes-europe-will-make-rational-choice-transatlantic-alliance-shifts-1103086The European Union has set a condition for lifting sanctions against Russia, requiring the unconditional withdrawal of all Russian military forces from Ukraine's territory. In response, Russia claims that the US has agreed to help lift Western sanctions in exchange for a maritime security deal in the Black Sea.
https://www.asiaone.com/world/eu-says-unconditional-withdrawal-russia-ukraine-precondition-amend-sanctions