On April 9, 2026, Chinese Consulate General in Gothenburg hosted a spring gathering for Consular Corps of Western Sweden. Consul General of Chile and honorary consuls of 10 countries attended.

Chinese Consul General Yang Peidong introduced the key messages of China's “Two Sessions” and 15th Five-Year Plan, emphasizing that the plan outlines the blueprint for China’s economic and social development over the next five years. By promoting high-level opening up and high-quality development, China will create new opportunities for global development. He called on Sweden and other countries to seize these opportunities and deepen cooperation for mutual benefits through complementary strengths.

Vice Honorary Consul Karin Magnusson, Chair of the Consular Corps Western Sweden (CCWS) noted that Gothenburg has a long-standing history of trade with China. The two sides maintain close ties, and possess immense potential for cooperation. Consul General of Chile in Gothenburg Montserrat González Carrillo introduced the fruitful outcomes in China-Chile cooperation.

Diplomats of the Consulate General introduced China's flagship trade exhibitions including Canton Fair and China International Import Expo, and China's entry facilitation policies for foreign nationals. The two sides conducted in-depth exchanges on accurately interpreting China's policies and measures for opening up and development, and promoting cooperation in various fields.