Wang Yi Meets Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Pleve

Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister, met with Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Pleve in Sofia on the 19th. Wang congratulated Pleve on the successful visit to China earlier this month and stated that the current period represents a crucial opportunity for Sino-Bulgarian relations development. He emphasized that both sides should move towards each other to foster practical cooperation in areas such as finance and investment, supporting mutual development and revitalization. China is willing to expand practical cooperation with Bulgaria in these fields and hopes Bulgaria will optimize its visa policies to create better conditions for people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Wang expressed confidence that through joint efforts, Sino-Bulgarian relations will usher in a new chapter brimming with vitality. He noted Bulgaria's unique geographical position as an important link between Asia and Europe, and highlighted its potential role within EU-China strategic cooperation. China is ready to align its Belt and Road Initiative with the construction of the Middle Corridor.