Wang Huning, serving as the chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), held a meeting on Thursday with a delegation of members of the UK Parliament from both the Conservative Party and the Labour Party. This meeting took place within the context of the 12th China-UK Leadership Forum.
During the meeting, Wang emphasized China’s commitment to advancing modernization through high-quality development. As a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Wang highlighted the importance of the China-UK relationship, stating that China places great importance on strengthening ties with the UK.
Wang extended a warm welcome to UK enterprises, encouraging them to continue investing in China and to actively participate in the country’s development opportunities.
He emphasized the CPC’s readiness to engage in various forms of exchanges with both the Conservative Party and the Labour Party.
Wang emphasized the importance of enhancing mutual understanding and narrowing differences to create a conducive environment for the development of bilateral relations. He also expressed the CPPCC’s willingness to contribute positively to these efforts.
David Lidington, who serves as the president of the Great Britain-China Centre and is a former minister for the Cabinet Office, along with other members of the delegation, acknowledged the valuable insights gained during their visit to China.
They expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to learn more about China’s development and cooperation prospects between the two nations.
The delegation affirmed its commitment to facilitating greater engagement between the UK and China. They expressed their readiness to encourage more individuals from various sectors in the UK to deepen their understanding of China.
The delegation also pledged to promote exchanges and cooperation across diverse fields, aiming to strengthen the bonds between the two countries.