China strengthens diplomatic ties through visits to Montenegro and Uzbekistan

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing. Marking the 20th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Montenegro and China, Milatović reaffirmed Montenegro’s adherence to the one-China principle and expressed commitment to mutually beneficial cooperation. Wang Yi noted that despite geographical distances, both nations maintain mutual respect and serve as models for exchange between countries of different sizes.

In Tashkent, Chinese Premier Li Qiang held meetings with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Prime Minister Abdulla Niyazovich Aripov. The discussions focused on strengthening strategic communication and expanding cooperation to build a community with a shared future. To mark the upcoming 35th anniversary of their diplomatic ties, both nations signed several cooperation agreements covering trade, education, customs, health, poverty alleviation, e-commerce, climate, and media.