Highlights of the four joint statements released by China and France during President Xi's state visit

On the situation in the Middle East, the two heads of state:

- Stressed the urgency of an immediate and sustainable cease-fire in Gaza, called for the immediate release of all hostages, and urged the immediate and effective implementation of relevant United Nations resolutions.

- Called for effective opening of all necessary passages and border crossings for the speedy, safe, sustainable and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip.

- Advocated the concrete implementation of the two-state solution.

- Emphasized the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, and called for an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian vessels.

- Called for a global truce during the Olympic Games in Paris this summer.

On strengthening biodiversity and ocean cooperation, China and France:

- Plan to take actions in accordance with the international conventions already ratified by both countries.

- Are committed to contributing to the early implementation of the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction, and encourage all countries to take similar actions.

- Are willing to strengthen cooperation between their national institutions responsible for the conservation, protection and restoration of marine and coastal biodiversity.

- Are committed to combating illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, and advocating for this approach in relevant international organizations.

- Pledged to prevent and reduce pollutants — chemical, plastic or others — and address the associated risks they pose to biodiversity.

On artificial intelligence and global governance, the two countries:

- Agreed on the importance of promoting the development and security of AI and promoting appropriate international governance.

- Agreed that global governance of AI should allow for flexibility to facilitate the development of a constantly and rapidly evolving technology.

- Are fully committed to promoting safe, reliable and trustworthy AI systems, adhering to the purpose of "AI for good", and exploring the potential of AI and reducing its risks.

- Recognized that the opportunities, risks and challenges associated with AI are global in nature, underlining the importance of strengthening international cooperation to ensure international security, stability and respect for sovereignty and fundamental rights.

- Emphasized the importance of bridging the digital divide and improving the AI capabilities of developing countries.

On agricultural exchanges and cooperation, the two sides:

- Reaffirmed the crucial role of agriculture in China and France and in bilateral relations.

- Supported deepening cooperation in agriculture and agreed to explore ways to enhance technological cooperation in areas of mutual concern, such as crops.

- Are willing to continue exploring the potential for cooperation in rural development and construction.

- Welcomed the strengthening of cooperation through the signing of the administrative agreement on grape planting and wine production. France supports China's accession to the International Organization of Vine and Wine in 2024.

- Are committed to actively exploring the complete lifting of the ban on bovine spongiform encephalopathy-free beef products.

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