China Warns Germany Against 'Microphone Diplomacy' in Diplomatic Tensions

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Germany to avoid "microphone diplomacy" and making unfounded accusations during a phone call with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. This admonition came shortly after Wadephul's planned visit to Beijing was postponed due to a lack of confirmed meetings beyond Wang himself. Wang emphasized the importance of establishing a stable and sustainable policy framework to keep China-Germany relations on track, highlighting the significance of the One-China principle and urging Germany to understand China's position. Despite tensions over trade restrictions on rare earths and semiconductors and broader disputes including human rights concerns, Wang welcomed Wadephul to visit China at an appropriate time. Both nations, as major global economies, have historically maintained close economic ties, though recent years have seen strains from various issues. Wang's comments reflect China's desire for dialogue without public accusations, reinforcing traditional diplomatic norms between the two countries.