Li, Scholz vow to strengthen Sino-German cooperation

Premier Li Qiang called on Tuesday for strengthened ties between China and Germany to better serve the development of both countries and inject more positive energy and stability into a turbulent world.

In talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin, Li, who started his four-day visit to Germany on Sunday, also urged Germany, when it comes to economic and trade cooperation, to base its actions on international rules and a "contractual spirit", while maintaining an open attitude and being independent.

As influential major countries, China and Germany should work together more closely, Li said, adding that priority should be given to jointly responding to climate change and promoting green technology and industrial cooperation.