On May 18, H.E. Mr. Shen Bo, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, met with H.E. Mr. Rob Jetten, Prime Minister of the Netherlands. The two sides exchanged views on China–Netherlands relations and issues of mutual interest and concern.

Ambassador Shen noted that, under the strategic guidance of the leaders of both countries, China–Netherlands relations have maintained steady and sound development. He said that China’s 15th Five-Year Plan ushers in a new chapter of the country’s high-quality development, which also presents new opportunities for bilateral cooperation. China stands ready to work with the Netherlands to uphold the open and pragmatic partnership for comprehensive cooperation, pursue mutually beneficial cooperation, continuously inject new impetus into the shared development of the two countries, and contribute greater stability to world peace and prosperity. Ambassador Shen also elaborated on China’s position regarding relevant issues.

Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that the Netherlands attaches great importance to its relations with China and is willing to further advance the comprehensive partnership between the two countries. He expressed the hope of strengthening high-level exchanges and deepening cooperation in areas such as food security, climate change, energy transition, and high technology between the two countries. He also looked forward to enhancing coordination with China on international affairs and jointly safeguarding the authority of the United Nations as well as international fairness and justice.

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