Hey kids! Have you ever wondered how countries become friends just like we do at school? 🤔 Well, recently, a very important person named Herman Van Rompuy visited China. He used to be the president of the European Council, which is like being the class leader for all the countries in Europe! 🇪🇺
Mr. Van Rompuy met with a reporter in Chengdu, a big city in China’s Sichuan Province. They talked about how China and Europe can work together and be even better friends. Did you know that China and the European Union (that’s a group of countries in Europe) have been trading goods with each other for a long time? In fact, they’re each other’s second-largest partners! That’s like having a best friend you trade toys with all the time! 🎁
One super cool thing they talked about is the China-Europe Railway Express. It’s a train that has made over 100,000 trips! 🚆 It’s like a magic train connecting Asia and Europe, making it easier to send and receive things between the two places.
In 2025, China and Europe will celebrate 50 years of being diplomatic friends! 🥳 That’s half a century! Mr. Van Rompuy thinks it’s important for both sides to trust each other, overcome challenges, and work together to make the world a better place.
He also really likes Chinese philosophy, which is a way of thinking about life and the world. He believes in multilateralism (that’s a big word meaning everyone works together), tolerance, and respect. He says that these ideas help countries get along and solve problems together. 🌟
Mr. Van Rompuy mentioned Chinese President Xi Jinping’s three global initiatives. He thinks they give us direction to reach important goals. While he didn’t explain all the details, it’s clear he believes that working together is the key! 🗝️
Isn’t it amazing how countries can be friends and help each other, just like we do with our classmates? Maybe one day, you’ll be part of making the world a friendlier place! 😊
Reference(s):
Exclusive with 1st EC President & Fmr. Belgian PM Herman Van Rompuy
cgtn.com
