China calls on Germany to refrain from ‘megaphone diplomacy'
China has called on Germany to avoid what it termed “megaphone diplomacy” and to stop making “groundless accusations” that could harm bilateral relations, according to a statement released by Beijing on Monday.
During a phone conversation with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stressed that both sides should prioritize “communication and dialogue” to strengthen understanding, dispel misunderstandings, and consolidate mutual trust.
The discussion followed a recent diplomatic setback after Berlin postponed Wadephul’s planned visit to China last month. The trip was delayed when Beijing failed to confirm high-level meetings beyond a scheduled session with Wang, reflecting growing friction between the two major economies over human rights, trade, and geopolitical issues.
In his remarks, Wang Yi drew a historical parallel between Germany’s reunification and China’s stance on Taiwan, urging Berlin to empathize with Beijing’s position on national sovereignty.
“China had unconditionally supported Germany’s unification in the past,” Wang said, “and we hope Germany, which has known the pain of division, will fully understand and support China’s efforts to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity by opposing all forms of ‘Taiwan independence’ separatism.”
Wang emphasized that maintaining a “healthy and stable” China-Germany relationship is not only in the interests of both nations but also serves global peace and stability. He underscored the need for mutual respect, win-win cooperation, and a more predictable policy framework to ensure long-term stability in ties.
“The one-China principle remains the most important political foundation of China-Germany relations,” he reiterated.
The exchange comes amid a broader recalibration in Europe’s China policy, with Germany’s government adopting a more cautious stance on trade dependence and human rights concerns while still seeking engagement with Beijing. Analysts say Wang’s remarks reflect Beijing’s growing unease over European discussions on “de-risking” from China and Germany’s closer alignment with the European Union’s strategic outlook on Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.
Both sides agreed to continue dialogue through diplomatic channels to maintain momentum in bilateral cooperation despite political headwinds.
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