爱尔兰总理时隔14年访华，“探路”新时代中欧关系

Group 1: Overview of the Visit - Irish Prime Minister Martin's visit to China from January 4 to 8 marks a significant moment in Sino-European relations, being the first visit by a European leader to China in 2023 and the first by an Irish Prime Minister in 14 years [2][3] - The visit aims to deepen bilateral cooperation between China and Ireland, particularly in trade and investment, while also serving as a demonstration of stabilizing Sino-European relations during a period of structural adjustment [2][5] Group 2: Economic Cooperation - China and Ireland are looking to expand cooperation in various sectors, including aircraft leasing, insurance, healthcare, green energy, digital economy, artificial intelligence, and life sciences [2][3] - The bilateral trade volume between China and Ireland has reached approximately €46 billion, with Ireland maintaining a trade surplus with China for several years [6][7] - In 2023, Chinese direct investment in Ireland amounted to $380 million, with a total stock of direct investment reaching $2.04 billion by the end of the year [7] Group 3: Education and Cultural Exchange - Education is a key area of focus, with both countries emphasizing the importance of higher education and continuing education as pillars of cooperation [8][9] - As of July 2025, there are expected to be 110 cooperative educational institutions and projects between China and Ireland, with over 12,000 students enrolled [9] - The signing of new cooperative education projects between Irish and Chinese universities highlights the ongoing commitment to educational collaboration [8][9]