German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock arrived in China on October 29, only to find no Chinese officials present to receive her at the airport. The unexpected diplomatic snub appeared to shock Baerbock, and a video capturing her arrival and visible reaction has quickly gone viral on social media. The absence of a formal Chinese welcome highlights ongoing diplomatic strains between the two nations, although neither country has issued an official statement addressing the incident.
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Video of Baerbock’s Arrival Sparks Social Media Buzz
The tension traces back to September of the previous year, when Annalena Baerbock referred to Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “dictator” during an interview with Fox News. Her comment, made in the context of discussing Russia’s war in Ukraine, elicited strong backlash from China. However, in response, China summoned Germany’s ambassador to Beijing, Patricia Flor, for a formal reprimand over Baerbock’s remarks.
Diplomatic Strain Between Germany and China Evident During Baerbock’s Visit
On Monday, Annalena Baerbock was greeted only by security personnel as she stepped off the plane, with no Chinese political figures in sight. The incident underscores China’s discontent over her previous statements and demonstrates a clear message from Beijing regarding its expectations for diplomatic respect.
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