China-EU relations are now 50 years old

The Chinese saying 'A friend in need is a friend indeed' certainly applies to the development of China-EU relations, writes Chinese Ambassador Zhao Xiyuan
China-EU relations are now 50 years old

Zhao Xiyuan is Chinese Ambassador to Ireland.

Fifty years ago, in the midst of the Cold War, visionary leaders from China and Europe showed remarkable political courage and strategic foresight by breaking through the rigid bloc confrontations of the time. 

In 1975, they established diplomatic relations between China and the European Economic Community — a historic step that opened the door to a relationship grounded in dialogue, co-operation, and mutual benefit.

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