The 6th China-EU High-level Strategic Dialogue is scheduled to kick off this Friday in Brussels. China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei called the EU a strategic partner, and expressed his hope that the EU can continue to play an important role in international affairs.
"Later this year, China and the EU will hold the 18th China-EU leaders' meeting in Beijing. China's State Councillor Yang Jiechi will meet with EU High Representative Federica Mogherini to discuss preparations for the meeting at the 6th China-EU High-level Strategic Dialogue. The two sides will also exchange views on key international issues, in order to strengthen coordination and cooperation in international affairs," he said.