he King Felipe VI concluded his state visit to China with Queen Letizia by reiterating the importance of maintaining close ties.“A fruitful dialogue with the Chinese government”However, he pointed out that this does not mean that Spain will abandon its defense of the following values under any circumstances: democracy and human rights.
It was only during the final stages of his three-day state visit that the king addressed, at least in public, respect for human rights, one of the most sensitive issues in relations with the Asian giant. The government claims that In regular communication with the Chinese government, Always take into account all concerns, including this one, and remember that the EU maintains a special dialogue on this issue.
“Today, China Key players on the international stage“Enormous challenges and changes are underway,” King Felipe VI reiterated to Spanish society, in line with the message he gave the previous day in his meeting with the Chinese president. Xi JinpingWith Premier Li Qiang and National People’s Congress Chairman Zhao Leji.
“Spain continues to have a fruitful dialogue both with European countries and with itself,” the monarch added, noting:We will continue to uphold our values – Democracy, international law, human rights and multilateral cooperation – from our firm confidence in Spain as a nation, modern, cooperative, creative, open and committed, to the great challenges of our time. ”
“Satisfied” with the trip
The king declared as the group departed that he was “pleased with the progress of this first state trip,” which began in Chengdu on Tuesday, and that it was “particularly tense.” “Our visit… Update of shared will“Continue to build pragmatic relations based on dialogue, mutual respect and interests, friendship, and broad and ambitious cooperation,” he summarized.
“Spain has an increasing presence in China and is better known there; Recognized as a constructive and reliable partner“And this recognition, he said, is also the result of the contributions of the more than 5,200 Spaniards living in the country, “a diverse and active community contributing from very different regions.” strengthen ties among our countries. ”
For this reason, he wanted to convey his and the Queen’s recognition of their contribution to the projection of Spain through the connections that people like them around the world establish every day. ”in the fields of business, science, education, culture, and institutions.“Spain values you and is proud of you,” he stressed.
“Your work reflects Spain. Know how to adapt without losing your identity; those who know how to collaborate without abandoning their values. People who reach out and raise their voices when needed. “Yes, Spain is proud, but it is also capable of listening, learning and contributing,” the king summed up.
business advice
Pope Felipe VI began the day with these words: breakfast Cooperation with the Spain-China Business Advisory Committee CEOEhe Ministry of Economythe Spanish Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China and the China International Contractors Association (CHINCA), aims to promote bilateral business cooperation and serve as an instrument to support integration and cooperation in third markets between companies of the two countries.
In the midst of this, the monarch once again defended the need for “.predictability“For Spanish companies and legal security.” Fair competition, respect for intellectual and industrial property rights, Reciprocity in market access These are necessary conditions to ensure fair competition, he added, and all of these “entail the guarantee of balanced treatment for companies in accordance with the rules.”
For Spanish companies to “successfully complete” their initiatives and contribute to China’s growth and development, “a stable environment is required,” he added.Do everything possible to build and maintain the necessary level of trustFinally, King Felipe VI asserted that “the benefits of trade must reach all citizens. This requires efforts to ensure access to local supply chains, the creation of high-value jobs, the effective transfer of knowledge and the creation or expansion of capacity.”
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