Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The People’s Republic of China
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson’s Remarks on State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang’s Visit to Myanmar and Travel to India for the SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
Updated: May 02, 2023 16:19

Q: What is the main consideration behind State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang’s visit to Myanmar?

A: State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang’s visit to Myanmar is aimed to further follow through on the outcomes of President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to Myanmar in January 2020, deepen practical cooperation in such fields as economy and livelihood, and support Myanmar’s efforts to maintain stability, revitalize the economy, improve people’s lives, and realize sustainable development.

Q: Could you share the main program of the SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and China’s expectation for the event?

A: The upcoming SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting will be held on May 4 and 5 in Panaji, the capital of Goa, India. At the meeting, State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang will exchange views with other SCO member states’ foreign ministers on the international and regional situation and SCO cooperation in various fields, among other topics, to make full preparation for this year’s SCO summit.