Chinese premier urges constructive actions in global economic, trade cooperation

TIANJIN, June 25 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday called on the international community to take constructive actions in international economic and trade cooperation.

Li made the remarks when addressing the opening of the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as the Summer Davos, in north China's Tianjin Municipality.

"Constructive actions mean we need to proactively take more practical measures to safeguard free trade and multilateralism and promote the stable development of the world economy," Li said.

The premier called for resolving disputes and differences through equal consultations.

Noting that it is normal for disputes and differences to arise in economic and trade exchanges among countries, the premier said that as long as countries engage in dialogue and consultation based on mutual respect, solutions can always be found.

The premier also stressed efforts to safeguard the common interests through mutually beneficial cooperation.

Faced with global challenges, the premier said it is important to strengthen macro policy coordination among countries to ensure the stability of the global industrial and supply chains. He urged closer cooperation among all countries to strengthen the security and resilience of their development.

Li further said that China will continue to deepen its integration and connectivity with the world market and strengthen industrial collaboration with various countries. ■