On May 13, Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with the US Secretary of State John Kerry as scheduled.

Wang Yi emphasized that to further develop a new model of major-country relations between China and the US is an important consensus reached by the two heads of state, which is in line with the common interests of China and the US. Both sides need to enhance cooperation, protect bilateral ties from disruptions, and ensure sound and steady development of China-US relationship. Going forward, a series of important exchanges will be held between China and the US. Both sides need to collaborate closely to strive for positive outcomes.

Kerry said the US is willing to maintain communication and cooperation with China on major issues with the spirit of building a new model of major-country relations.