China Foreign Minister Meets Southeast Asian Officials

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with officials from Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. The discussions focused on regional cooperation, political reconciliation, and combating illegal scam networks.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivers the speech during the opening ceremony for the inaugural Global Governance Forum in Xiongan New Area, Hebei province, China, October 23, 2026. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov

China Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with regional counterparts from Thailand and Myanmar on Tuesday, advancing diplomatic and security ties across Southeast Asia. The meetings come as Beijing seeks deeper economic and political engagement with its southern neighbors. Regional stability remains critical for cross-border trade and infrastructure projects in the region.