China expresses readiness to boost imports of German goods

China has signaled its readiness to increase imports of high-quality German products as part of efforts to strengthen economic and trade ties with Germany. During a meeting in Beijing between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, both sides discussed expanding cooperation in vital sectors, including automotive, chemicals, artificial intelligence, digital industries, and green technology. Beijing emphasized the importance of free trade and open cooperation. Meanwhile, President Xi Jinping called on Germany to adopt a rational, pragmatic, and friendly policy toward China, aiming to bolster bilateral relations despite ongoing trade frictions between Beijing and Europe.