Wang and Wadephul: Sino-German talks highlight existing differences
Wang Yi and Johan Wadephul in Berlin on Thursday. (IMAGO / dts news agency) (IMAGO / dts Nachrichtenagentur)
At their first joint appearance, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul set out clear positions – bringing Berlin closer to the EU’s line. Despite a polite diplomatic tone, it became evident that differences remain on export controls, security issues and the war in Ukraine.
