On October 8, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani jointly attended the 12th Joint Meeting of the China-Italy Government Committee in Rome. In his concluding remarks, Wang Yi highly praised the achievements of China-Italy cooperation across various fields.

Wang Yi said that China and Italy have actively implemented the important common understandings reached by the leaders of the two countries since last year. Taking the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy this year as an opportunity, the two sides have steadily expanded practical cooperation in various fields, with numerous highlights. The China-Italy Lin-gang Innovation Cooperation Park has been initially completed. The two sides jointly launched the Zhangheng 1-02 electromagnetic monitoring satellite. The elimination of double taxation agreement between China and Italy officially took effect. Both sides have supported each other in promoting enterprises, and more than 70 Italian companies will participate in the 8th China International Import Expo. The two countries have launched the first batch of four classic literary works for mutual translation, and over ten outstanding Chinese and Italian films have been screened in both countries. Shanghai and Shenzhen have respectively held twin-city events with Milan, including the fashion design forum and the lifestyle week. China has implemented a unilateral visa-free policy for Italian citizens and will continue to extend it, welcoming more Italian friends to enjoy a spontaneous "journey to China".

Wang Yi stated that China and Italy are two major economies that support free trade, two major forces that safeguard multilateralism, and two ancient civilizations that advocate exchanges and mutual learning. Against the backdrop of a complex and turbulent international situation, China and Italy should demonstrate their sense of responsibility and commitment, follow the trend of the times, always trust each other, and achieve mutual success. Guided by an open spirit, the two sides should expand and enhance pragmatic cooperation, making greater contributions to their respective economic development and the well-being of the peoples of both countries with fruitful cooperation outcomes.