Li Qiang PM of China Flying to Bern Monday

Li Qiang PM of China Flying to Bern Monday

jeu, Jan 11th 2024

Li Qiang’s Visit Strengthens Sino-Swiss Ties

Li Qiang

High-Level Diplomatic Engagement

Li Qiang, Chinese Premier who assumed office in March last year, is set to meet President Viola Amherd in Bern on Monday.

This high-profile meeting marks a significant moment in Sino-Swiss relations. The visit, which includes talks with Swiss delegations, underscores the ongoing diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two nations.

Li Qiang at the World Economic Forum

In addition to his official visit, Premier Li Qiang is participating in this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. His presence at the WEF highlights China’s active role in global economic discussions and its commitment to international collaboration.

Decades of Sino-Swiss Relations

Switzerland and China have enjoyed a robust bilateral relationship since 1950, characterized as “good and diverse” by the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA).

Since 2010, China has emerged as Switzerland’s most significant trading partner in Asia and the third-largest globally, following the EU and the USA.

Switzerland’s China Strategy

In March 2021, the Federal Council unveiled a comprehensive China strategy. This strategic framework aims to enhance the coherence of Swiss policies towards China from 2021 to 2024.

It focuses on key areas such as peace and human rights, prosperity, sustainability, and digitalisation, aligning with Switzerland’s foreign policy priorities.

Anticipation of President Selenskyj’s Visit

There is also speculation about an upcoming visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selenskyj to Bern. While details are not confirmed, this potential visit, coupled with his attendance at the WEF, is generating significant interest in diplomatic circles.

Li Qiang’s Visit & Conclusion

Li Qiang’s visit to Switzerland is a pivotal event, reinforcing the long-standing and multifaceted relationship between the two countries. It sets the stage for future collaborations in various sectors, reflecting both nations’ commitment to global dialogue and cooperation.

This visit comes as a diplomatic reprieve from sanction discussions the two nations had engaged earlier in 2023.

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