French President Macron wrote tonight (May 22nd evening Beijing Time): "On the eve of my visit to Southeast Asia, I discussed our trade relations and major international issues with President Xi Jinping today.

I reiterate that France hopes to continue building a solid economic relationship with China. In this regard, France welcomes Chinese investment in France. Therefore, our enterprises must enjoy a fair competitive environment between the two countries. This is the key point.

We agree to resolve the Cognac issue as soon as possible, which is crucial for our producers.

In the war launched by Russia in Ukraine, we have common goals: to achieve lasting and stable peace. And this starts with an immediate unconditional ceasefire.

We must also make progress on political solutions to ensure peace and security in the Middle East. We will jointly prepare for the 'Two-State Solution' conference to be held in New York in June, which France will co-host with Saudi Arabia.

I also welcome China's high-level confirmation to attend the United Nations Ocean Conference.

[Wisdom] Comment: Over the past few decades, Sino-French and Sino-European relations have steadily advanced amidst various differences, gradually building a solid foundation of cooperation covering trade, cultural exchanges, and many other fields. Back then, former French President Charles de Gaulle decisively decided to establish diplomatic relations with China despite numerous major differences between the two countries at that time, demonstrating extraordinary foresight and courage, opening a historic chapter for friendly cooperation between the two countries.

Today, there are various differences among the 27 member states within the European Union. However, this has not hindered extensive and in-depth cooperation in many fields. This fully proves that even if there are differences, countries can still expand their areas of cooperation through dialogue and consultation, achieving common development.

The cooperation potential between Sino-France, Sino-Europe, and various countries in Europe is huge. With the continuous deepening of cooperation, mutual trust between all parties will also increase day by day. The key lies in the fact that France and the EU should truly possess real strategic autonomy,摆脱 external forces' improper interference, independently formulate and implement foreign policies that conform to their own interests, so as to better play a constructive role on the international stage, promote the continuous healthy and stable development of Sino-French and Sino-European relations, and make greater contributions to world peace and prosperity.

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