On May 4, H.E. Mr. Shen Bo, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, met with H.E. Mr.Tom Berendsen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands. The two sides exchanged views on China-Netherlands relations and issues of mutual concern. Ambassador Shen stated that China is willing to work with the Netherlands to uphold the open and pragmatic partnership for comprehensive cooperation between the two countries, jointly promote the sound and steady development of China–Netherlands relations, and safeguard the authority of the United Nations as well as international fairness and justice. Shen Bo elaborated China’s position on relevant issues.

Minister Tom Berendsen stated that the Netherlands attaches great importance to its relations with China, and stands ready to advance cooperation across various fields and strengthen multilateral coordination on issues including climate change.

Minister Zhang Yi of the Chinese Embassy in the Netherlands was also present at the meeting.