China Warns Against Third-Party Interference in Mexico Ties

The remarks came after media reports suggested the United States was pressuring Mexico to curb its engagement with Beijing. Both officials emphasized respect for sovereignty and a desire to expand pragmatic cooperation.

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Chinese officials referenced recent coverage indicating that Washington had urged Mexico to limit ties with China. The reports framed the U.S. stance as an attempt to shape Mexico’s foreign policy, prompting Beijing to publicly reject external meddling and to stress that its partnership with Mexico is driven solely by mutual interests.

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Wang Yi reiterated that China supports Mexico’s independence, security, and opposition to outside interference. Velasco, on his first official visit to Beijing since assuming office in April, expressed willingness to deepen high-level exchanges and bilateral mechanisms. He highlighted a shared respect for sovereignty and equality, and signaled intent to identify new areas of cooperation for the benefit of both peoples.

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• “China-Mexico relations are not directed at any third party, nor should they be influenced by any third party,” — Foreign Minister Wang

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• “I hope that today we can identify new areas of understanding and cooperation between our nations, for the benefit of our people, and lay the foundations for a joint work agenda for the coming years,” — Roberto Velasco, making his first official visit to Beijing since taking office in April

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