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"Mr President, Europe and China are, of course, very important trading partners. China has an ever increasing impact on today’s global economy and thus also has an enormous responsibility when it comes to adhering to social standards.
The respect of human and social rights as part of the cooperation between Europe and China is also essential. In this regard, the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs welcomes the efforts made by the Chinese central and local authorities. However, we would point out that sustainably funding a stable social security and health system that benefits all the country’s provinces to the same extent is one of the biggest challenges facing the Chinese Government in the near future.
Strict and effective monitoring of compliance with the legislation governing working conditions is also necessary, even in times of economic crisis. It is not our job to be constantly lecturing China, but we can help it establish new systems by exchanging experience and working methods. We would also point out the responsibility of Western companies that operate in China.
Finally, we also ask the Commission to implement an integrated European policy in the south-east Asian region and to get the investment strategy with China started as soon as possible."@en1
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