BEIJING: A Chinese military spokesperson on Thursday said China calls on the U.S. to build open and practical relations between the two militaries that feature non-conflict and nonconfrontation based on equality and mutual respect.
Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks at a regular press briefing when asked to detail the video call between Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun and his U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin on April 16.
Wu said the two sides had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on the relations between China and the U.S. and their militaries, the Taiwan question, the South China Sea issue and other issues of common concern, achieving positive and pragmatic results.
The call is of positive significance for maintaining the overall stability of relations between the two militaries, said Wu.
He said since the end of last year, the two militaries have had a series of exchange and cooperation activities, which have played a positive role in stabilizing and improving relations.
It is hoped that the U.S. will meet China halfway and build military ties that gradually accumulate mutual trust, truly serving as a stable cornerstone for the development of bilateral relations, Wu said.
