On September 4, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and head of the Publicity Department met in Beijing with a delegation from the Bulgarian Socialist Party led by its party chairman and Deputy Prime Minister.
He stated that under the guidance of the two countries’ leaders, the China-Bulgaria strategic partnership has maintained high-level development. The Chinese side is willing to work with the Bulgarian side to implement the important consensus reached by the two countries’ leaders, strengthen exchanges between the two parties, deepen people-to-people and cultural exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and promote the development of bilateral relations.
The Bulgarian side highly appreciated China’s peaceful foreign policy and the significant achievements of Chinese modernization, expressing willingness to enhance exchanges between the two parties, strengthen mutual learning, and promote Bulgaria-China cooperation and the development of EU-China relations.
Beijing
Beijing is the capital of China and a major cultural and historical hub, renowned for its ancient imperial architecture. Its history spans over three millennia, serving as the political center for various dynasties, most notably the Ming and Qing. Key landmarks include the Forbidden City, a vast imperial palace complex from the 15th century, and the Great Wall, which stretches across the city’s northern districts.
Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee
The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee is the highest decision-making body of the Communist Party of China between sessions of its Central Committee. It has played a central role in guiding the party and the nation’s policies since its establishment, evolving in structure and function throughout the party’s history.
Bulgarian Socialist Party
The Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) is a major political party in Bulgaria, founded in 1991 as the successor to the Bulgarian Communist Party that ruled the country from 1946 to 1989. It is a center-left, social-democratic party that advocates for social justice and has been a significant force in post-communist Bulgarian politics.
China-Bulgaria strategic partnership
The China-Bulgaria strategic partnership is a diplomatic framework established in 2014 to enhance bilateral cooperation in politics, economy, and culture. It builds on a long history of relations dating back to Bulgaria’s early recognition of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. This partnership aims to strengthen ties between the two nations within the broader context of China’s engagement with Central and Eastern Europe.
Chinese modernization
“Chinese modernization” refers to the ongoing national development strategy initiated by the Chinese Communist Party, aiming to build a modern socialist society by the mid-21st century. It emphasizes a unique path that integrates advanced technology and economic growth with Chinese characteristics and socialist values. This concept has evolved from earlier modernization efforts, particularly since the reform and opening-up policies of the late 20th century, focusing on comprehensive national rejuvenation.
EU-China relations
EU-China relations formally began in 1975 with the establishment of diplomatic ties, evolving from a trade-focused partnership into a complex relationship encompassing economic cooperation, strategic dialogue, and geopolitical competition. While the EU is China’s largest trading partner, the relationship is increasingly defined by challenges over market access, human rights, and differing views on global governance.
