A Chinese spokesperson said on Tuesday that China highly values its relations with Europe and the two sides are partners that contribute to each other's success.

Lou Qinjian, spokesperson for the third session of the 14th National People's Congress, made the remarks at a press conference held ahead of the opening of the session scheduled for Wednesday.

The healthy and stable development of China-Europe relations aligns with the fundamental and long-term interests of both sides, as well as the common expectations of the international community, Lou said.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the European Union.

"Over the past 50 years, facts have proven again and again that there are no fundamental clashes of interest or geopolitical conflicts between China and Europe; rather, they are partners that contribute to each other's success," Lou said.

Noting that the economic and trade relations between China and Europe have generally developed steadily, Lou said the economic and trade cooperation has not only promoted the economic development of both sides but also made positive contributions to the stability of global industrial and supply chains, as well as to global economic growth.

"China-Europe relations are not targeted at, dependent on, nor subject to any third party," he added.

China is willing to work with the European side to implement the important consensus reached by their leaders, strengthen cooperation across various fields, and jointly address global challenges and oppose unilateralism and protectionism, he said.