Yi’s visit comes at a time when China is dealing with hostile trade and security policies coming from Western states and their allies.
Tánaiste Simon Harris met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Dublin to discuss bilateral relations, EU-China relations, and international issues. Discussions covered China's human rights record, particularly in Hong Kong and Xinjiang, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and trade issues, including the resumption of Irish beef exports to China. Harris emphasized the importance of the UN Charter and urged China to use its influence on Russia to end the war in Ukraine. The meeting occurred amidst diplomatic tensions, with China facing hostile trade and security policies from Western nations.
