Mr. Wang Chao, President of the Chinese People’s Institute of Foreign Affairs (CPIFA), attended the 4^th meeting of China-ASEAN Vision Group on November 12^th. Vice President Shi Ling of CPIFA was present.

Mr. Wang reviewd the topics the Vision Group has disscussed about since its establishment in April, including China-ASEAN cooperation on health and economic recovery in post-pandemic era, Belt and Road Initiative, navigating the dynamics of great power politics, South China Sea and maritime disputes, as well as social-cultural exchanges and education. He hoped both parties would, from a long-term and constructive perspective as usual, actively exchange ideas and reach more consensus in the spirit of seeking common ground while reserving differences, setting a positive tone for the final group report and the further development of China-ASEAN relations.