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German Foreign Minister Wadephul visited Beijing Dec. 8, 2025, to discuss trade, tech exports, and global security amid rising tensions.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul visited Beijing on December 8, 2025, for his first trip since Berlin adopted a tougher stance on China amid trade tensions and geopolitical concerns.
He met with top Chinese officials, including Vice President Han Zheng and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, to discuss economic ties, export restrictions on rare earths and semiconductors, fair trade practices, and global security issues.
Wadephul reaffirmed Germany’s adherence to the one-China principle and called for direct dialogue, while urging China to address unfair trade practices and its role in the Russia-Ukraine war.
China emphasized the importance of mutual respect and cooperation, highlighting the strategic value of the bilateral relationship and its contribution to global stability.
The visit, delayed from October, reflects Germany’s effort to balance economic engagement with strategic caution.
El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores alemán, Wadephul, visitó Beijing el 8 de diciembre de 2025, para discutir comercio, exportaciones de tecnología y seguridad global en medio de crecientes tensiones.