Hey folks! 👋 On December 11, 2025, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, met Brunei’s Second Foreign Minister Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof in Beijing. The vibe? Deepening ties and riding the wave of regional unity.
Why it matters: Next year, 2026, marks two big anniversaries – the 5th year of the China-ASEAN comprehensive strategic partnership and the 35th year of China-Brunei diplomatic relations. Wang Yi highlighted the need for more high-level chats, strategic communication (think policy syncs & top-level visits), and real teamwork on projects that benefit both sides. 🤝
Key focuses:
- Aligning development plans: syncing China-ASEAN growth strategies to spark fresh collabs 🚀
- Open regionalism: keeping borders friendly for trade, tech swaps, and cultural vibes 🌏
- True multilateralism: bringing more neighbours to the table & ditching any Cold War or bullying mindsets 🔄
On the Brunei side, Dato Erywan is all in. He sees 2026 as a launchpad for deeper cultural exchanges, people-to-people links, and boosted cooperation in manufacturing, agriculture 🌾, and fisheries 🐟. With global uncertainty on the rise, both agree that stronger teamwork in Southeast Asia & beyond is the best shield against unilateral moves and neocolonial vibes.
Bottom line: China and Brunei are stepping up as co-pilots for regional stability and shared growth. For young pros and digital natives across South & Southeast Asia, this means more chances for cross-border projects, internships, and a future where collabs beat conflicts. Stay tuned! 🚀
Reference(s):
Wang Yi urges deepening China-Brunei mutually beneficial cooperation
cgtn.com
