Wang Yi Holds Talks with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Petrova

Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and foreign minister, held talks on the 19th in Sofia with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Petrova. Wang stated that Bulgaria was one of the first countries to recognize New China and that both sides share friendly sentiments. Sino-Bulgarian relations are entering an important opportunity period; this visit to Bulgaria is timely. Both sides conducted in-depth communications on planning high-level exchanges for the next stage and advancing practical cooperation in various fields, reaching broad consensus. It is necessary to continuously consolidate the political foundation, strengthen communication and coordination, and create important conditions for deepening mutually beneficial cooperation. China respects Bulgaria's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, welcomes Bulgaria accelerating the realization of its development goals under the new government, and is willing to serve as a long-term and reliable strategic partner for Bulgaria in this process. We hope that Bulgaria will continue to adhere to the one-China principle and understand and support China's legitimate position on safeguarding sovereignty and territorial integrity. (CCTV News)