在全球挑战背景下，西班牙加强与中国的关系

Spain Strengthens Ties with China Amid Global Challenges  

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刘立军供稿

Part I. QUESTIONS

Listen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.

Q1. What is the main purpose of Sanchez’s visit to China as highlighted in the passage?

A. To promote Spain’s cultural heritage to Chinese audiences.  

B. To strengthen economic and diplomatic ties between Spain and China.  

C. To discuss Spain’s role in the EU’s future expansion plans.  

D. To negotiate trade deals exclusively for Spain's automotive sector.  

Q2. What significant anniversaries were marked during Sanchez’s visit to Beijing?

A. The 30th anniversary of Spain-China trade agreements.  

B. The 25th anniversary of Spain’s membership in the EU.  

C. The 50th anniversary of EU-China diplomatic relations.  

D. The 10th anniversary of Spain-China cultural exchanges.  

Q3. What agreements were signed between Spain and China during Sanchez’s visit?

A. Agreements on boosting tourism and renewable energy projects.  

B. Agreements on joint ventures in the automotive sector.  

C. Agreements on reducing tariffs for Spanish industrial products.  

D. Agreements on increasing Spanish agricultural and healthcare exports.  

Q4. Why did Sanchez emphasize productive investments during his meeting with Chinese companies?

A. To create local value and skilled jobs in Spain.  

B. To reduce Spain’s trade deficit with China.  

C. To enhance Spain’s competitiveness in the EU market.  

D. To attract more tourists from China to Spain.  

Part II. TRANSCRIPT

Spain Strengthens Ties with China Amid Global Challenges  

(Q1) Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez emphasized Spain’s commitment to enhancing relations with China and fostering closer ties between the European Union and China during his visit to Beijing. He highlighted the importance of balanced EU-China relations, negotiated solutions for differences, and collaboration in shared interests.  

(Q2) Sanchez’s trip marked the 50th anniversary of EU-China diplomatic relations and the 20th anniversary of Spain and China’s comprehensive strategic partnership. He underscored the mutual interest in maintaining high-level dialogue based on respect and trust.  

underscore v. 强调，突出

(Q3) During the visit, Spain and China signed agreements to boost exports of Spanish agricultural, cosmetics, and healthcare products and enhance cooperation in culture, education, and science. Sanchez stressed Spain’s commitment to open trade and reciprocal investments to strengthen economic ties.  

(Q4) Sanchez met with representatives of major Chinese companies investing in Spain’s automotive, battery, and renewable energy sectors, emphasizing the need for productive investments that create local value and skilled jobs.

automotive adj. 汽车的  

Spain views China as a key partner in addressing global challenges such as climate change, development financing, and promoting peace. Sanchez called for preserving openness, progress, and multilateral cooperation in international relations.  

Part III. KEY

Q1. B.【解析】主旨题。根据“Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez emphasized Spain’s commitment to enhancing relations with China and fostering closer ties between the European Union and China during his visit to Beijing.”，可知西班牙首相佩德罗·桑切斯访华是致力于加强与中国的关系，并促进欧盟与中国之间更紧密的联系。因此正确答案为B。

Q2. C.【解析】细节题。根据“Sanchez’s trip marked the 50th anniversary of EU-China diplomatic relations and the 20th anniversary of Spain and China’s comprehensive strategic partnership.”，可知桑切斯的此次访问标志着欧盟与中国建交50周年以及西班牙与中国全面战略伙伴关系20周年。因此正确答案为C。

Q3. D.【解析】细节题。根据“During the visit, Spain and China signed agreements to boost exports of Spanish agricultural, cosmetics, and healthcare products and enhance cooperation in culture, education, and science.”，可知访问期间，西班牙和中国签署了协议，以促进西班牙农业、化妆品和医疗产品的出口。因此正确答案为D。

Q4. A.【解析】推理题。根据“Sanchez met with representatives of major Chinese companies investing in Spain's automotive, battery, and renewable energy sectors, emphasizing the need for productive investments that create local value and skilled jobs.”，可知桑切斯会见了在西班牙汽车、电池和可再生能源领域投资的主要中国公司代表，他强调高效投资的目的是为了在西班牙创造本地价值和技能型就业。因此正确答案为A。

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