Wang Yi spoke with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas on the phone.

On May 19, 2025, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, had a phone call with the new German Foreign Minister Waldorf. Wang Yi said that this year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Europe, which is an important milestone for further development. He hopes that Germany, as a core member of the EU, will play an active role and inject new impetus into China-Europe relations through high-quality cooperation between China and Germany. He looks forward to European countries working hand in hand with China, resolving the issue of China's electric car anti-subsidy case as soon as possible, and promoting the upgrading of China-Europe cooperation. China and Germany should shoulder their responsibilities as major countries, jointly advocate and uphold free trade, oppose unilateralism and protectionism, maintain the security and stability of global supply chains, practice true multilateralism, and uphold the international system centered on the United Nations. Waldorf expressed that the relationship between Germany and China is very important and has significant implications for the development of the world economy and the future of the international community. The new federal government of Germany attaches great importance to its relations with China and is willing to pursue a proactive policy towards China. Germany has firmly adhered to the One China policy in the past and will continue to do so in the future, aiming to be a reliable and predictable partner for China. Germany plays a leading role in the EU and is committed to resolving differences through dialogue and negotiation, and supporting EU-China negotiations to address issues such as Chinese electric cars.