Archive · 6 Nov 2025
China, UK Should Manage Disagreements, Chinese Foreign Minister Says
The top diplomat from China, Wang Yi, spoke with Britain's foreign minister.
Wang said that it's okay for countries to sometimes disagree.
He used the phrase 'occasional noises and disturbances' to describe these differences.
He wants China and the UK to talk more strategically.
This is to help keep their relationship strong.
He also said China is willing to work with Britain on big world problems.
This conversation was detailed in a statement from China's foreign ministry.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke with his British counterpart on Thursday.
Wang stated that China and the UK should properly manage "occasional noises and disturbances" in their relationship.
He emphasized the need for enhanced strategic communication to safeguard bilateral ties.
Wang acknowledged that differences between the two countries are normal.
China is ready to cooperate with Britain on addressing global challenges.
- Who
- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his British counterpart
- What
- Held a phone call discussing bilateral ties and handling disagreements.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- The call involved China's foreign ministry readout, suggesting communication related to Beijing.
- Why
- To manage "occasional noises and disturbances" and enhance strategic communication to safeguard bilateral ties.
- Chinese Foreign Minister
- Wang Yi
- British Counterpart
- Unspecified
- Date of Call
- Thursday