China and Germany discuss stable bilateral relations and economic cooperation

China and Germany emphasized maintaining stable bilateral relations and healthy development during a phone call between their top diplomats. The conversation, initiated by Germany, addressed security, economic, and trade tensions. Both sides agreed to reschedule a postponed German visit and reiterated mutual respect and reciprocal cooperation. The call occurred amid trade friction over chip manufacturing and China's export restrictions on critical materials, impacting German companies and raising concerns about technological dependence.