Core Points - The visit of King Tupou VI of Tonga to China from November 21 to 27, 2025, was initiated by an invitation from President Xi Jinping, highlighting the importance of bilateral relations and cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative [2][3] - Both parties emphasized the significant opportunities for further development in China-Tonga relations, which have progressed over 27 years, aiming to enhance mutual respect and comprehensive strategic partnership [2][3] - Tonga congratulated China on its achievements during the 14th Five-Year Plan and expressed confidence that the 15th Five-Year Plan will provide new opportunities for development, including for Tonga [2] Bilateral Cooperation - The leaders agreed to enhance diplomatic relations through various levels of engagement, including government, legislative, and local exchanges, while sharing governance and development experiences [3] - Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to mutual political trust and respect for each other's core interests, with Tonga reiterating its adherence to the One China principle [3] - The signing of the Economic Partnership Framework Agreement aims to promote mutually beneficial outcomes and increase the presence of Tongan products in the Chinese market [4] Sectoral Collaboration - There is a mutual agreement to expand cooperation in education, healthcare, tourism, sports, youth, media, and local exchanges, with a focus on enhancing people-to-people connections [4] - China will continue to send medical teams to Tonga and support Chinese language education, while also providing scholarships and training opportunities [4] - Both nations agreed to collaborate on ocean-related initiatives, including marine observation, disaster prevention, and blue economy development [4] Climate Change and Global Governance - Both parties recognized climate change as a global challenge and committed to multilateral cooperation in line with the Paris Agreement [5] - China expressed willingness to align with Tonga's energy roadmap and expand cooperation in green and low-carbon initiatives [5] - Tonga supported China's global governance initiatives, emphasizing the need for a fair and just global governance system, and both sides agreed to strengthen communication in international and regional affairs [6]
中华人民共和国和汤加王国联合声明(全文)
Xin Hua She·2025-11-26 08:37