China and Finland Forge Economic Ties for a Stronger EU

China's commerce ministry expressed hopes that Finland will support free trade principles and play a vital role in the EU. Both nations have agreed to initiate talks on economic and trade cooperation, fostering stronger international relations.

China hopes Finland will adhere to the principle of free trade and play a constructive role in the European Union, China's commerce ministry said on Thursday in a statement.

China and Finland also agreed to start talks regarding economy and trade cooperation, the ministry said.