"We highly appreciate Azerbaijan's efforts during its two-year chairmanship to promote cooperation in transport connectivity, digital economy, green development and climate resilience, as well as to strengthen CICA, and we welcome Azerbaijan's continued chairmanship," Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said during his speech at the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA), APA reports.
He stated that there is no place for Cold War mentality and bloc confrontation in Asia. According to the minister, security in the region can be ensured on the basis of adherence to the concept of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.
The Chinese minister noted the importance of respecting the security of countries in the region and maintaining the stability of international production and supply chains. He emphasized the importance of ensuring uninterrupted navigation along major maritime routes, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.
Wang Yi called for strengthening regional cooperation to enhance stability, provide humanitarian assistance and promote development in Afghanistan. He also noted the importance of combating terrorism and extremism.
The minister stated that economic development plays a key role in addressing problems and proposed aligning the Belt and Road Initiative with the development strategies of various countries, expanding trade and investment, and ensuring the uninterrupted operation of international transport corridors.
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