China and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Ties, Exempt Diplomatic Visas, Push for Free-Trade Talks

December 14, 2025
China and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Ties, Exempt Diplomatic Visas, Push for Free-Trade Talks
  • China and Saudi Arabia pledge heightened bilateral dialogue and coordination on regional and international issues, as announced during Wang Yi’s Riyadh visit.

  • An agreement was signed to exempt diplomats, service, and special passport holders from visas, facilitating easier high-level exchanges.

  • China seeks to accelerate negotiations for a China-GCC free-trade agreement, with support from the United Arab Emirates.

  • A press conference addressed Japan’s Taiwan-related remarks, called for dialogue based on mutual respect, and noted domestic reactions to Tokyo’s stance.

  • The report is an auto-generated syndicated feed and has not been edited by the presenting outlet.

  • The trip covers Gaza and Palestinian sovereignty, underscoring support for a two-state solution and prospects for peace.

  • The visit aims to exchange views on bilateral relations, the Middle East situation, and shared concerns of residents.

  • The joint statement outlined broad regional and global priorities, with no additional coordination issues specified.

  • Both sides reaffirmed commitment to regional security, stability, development, and prosperity, and to pursuing a just Palestinian settlement within a two-state framework and UN resolutions.

  • Officials agreed to enhance communication and coordination on shared regional and international issues.

  • Beijing and Riyadh voiced willingness to coordinate on regional matters and security and stability efforts.

  • Beijing aims to deepen political trust with the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan and frame itself as a mediator in West Asia amid Gaza-related tensions.

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