On February 6, Ambassador Zhao Xiyuan met with Helen Blake, Assistant Secretary for EU and International Division at the Department of Taoiseach.

Ambassador Zhao highlighted the positive momentum in China-Ireland relations, characterized by frequent high-level exchanges. He emphasized the success of Premier Li Qiang's official visit to Ireland last year and expressed China's commitment to working closely with Ireland's new government to enhance communication and cooperation across various sectors, further strengthening bilateral ties.

Ms. Blake reaffirmed Ireland's strong commitment to its relationship with China and acknowledged China's significant role in international and regional affairs. Ireland is willing to deepen cooperation with China in both bilateral and multilateral frameworks.