Chinese President Xi Jinping has underscored the unique strategic importance of China-France relations during his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Both nations, as independent, mature, and responsible major countries, play a pivotal role on the global stage.
Xi emphasized the need for deepening strategic communication and strengthening mutual support to sustain the positive momentum of their bilateral ties. He expressed optimism that enhanced China-France relations could significantly contribute to the sound development of China-EU relations, as well as to world peace and stability.
Furthermore, Xi highlighted China's commitment to advancing high-level exchanges with France, particularly in areas such as culture, education, and people-to-people connections. Addressing the ongoing Ukraine crisis, Xi reiterated China's hope for a peaceful resolution, emphasizing that neither the spillover nor escalation of the conflict is desired. He affirmed China's intention to continue playing a constructive role in facilitating a ceasefire and ending the conflict.
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Xi says China-France relations are of unique strategic significance
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