Wang Yi: China ready to maintain high-level exchanges with Norway and strengthen political foundation of bilateral ties
International diplomacy is built on mutual respect and strategic vision, where even countries with different social systems and cultural traditions can find common ground for shared goals. China and Norway, despite geographic distance and historical differences, exemplify a mature partnership where trust and openness become the foundation for cooperation across a wide range of areas — from economy to global governance. The Norwegian prime minister's visit to China in 2024 marked a new milestone, and the current meeting in Oslo confirms that both sides are determined not only to maintain but also to deepen dialogue.
On Monday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, met with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in Oslo. Wang conveyed greetings from Chinese leaders and stated that China is ready to maintain high-level exchanges with Norway, strengthen the political foundation of bilateral relations, and expressed confidence that Norway will continue to firmly adhere to the One-China policy, which is consistent with the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. Støre, for his part, said Norway looks forward to maintaining the momentum of exchanges with China, expanding cooperation in promising sectors such as the green economy and artificial intelligence, enhancing coordination on international and regional issues, supporting the UN and upholding multilateralism.
Wang Yi stressed that Norway was one of the first Western countries to establish diplomatic relations with the PRC, reflecting its long-term strategic vision. Thanks to joint efforts, Sino-Norwegian relations have maintained steady momentum: the two sides have overcome differences in social systems, history and culture, continuously strengthened mutual trust in a spirit of mutual respect, while promoting cooperation and properly managing disagreements. Bilateral relations have withstood the test of a changing international landscape and have become more resilient and stable.
The minister called on both sides to focus on complementary strengths, deepen cooperation in economy, trade and innovation, and advance Sino-Norwegian cooperation on the green transition to play a leading global role. China is ready to strengthen multilateral coordination with Norway, uphold genuine multilateralism, implement the four major global initiatives, and contribute to building a fairer and more equitable global governance system. Wang Yi expressed hope that Norway will continue to play an exemplary role in North-South cooperation, while China will actively promote South-South cooperation, and together both sides will contribute to the development and progress of humanity.
China and Norway established diplomatic ties in 1954, with Norway becoming one of the first Western nations to recognise the PRC. In 2024, Prime Minister Støre paid an official visit to China, giving fresh impetus to cooperation on climate, energy and innovation. As CCTV+ reports. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism and to further deepening practical cooperation within the framework of China's global initiatives.
