In a significant display of international cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with South Korea's National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik in Harbin, the capital of Heilongjiang Province, during the opening ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games.
The meeting marks a continued effort to bolster China-ROK relations, which have seen steady growth over the past three decades since diplomatic relations were established. President Xi emphasized the importance of consolidating and developing the strategic cooperative partnership between the two nations.
\"China's policy toward the ROK is stable,\" Xi stated, urging both countries to deepen their economic and trade relations. He highlighted the need for mutual integration, benefit, and win-win outcomes that serve the common interests of their peoples.
The discussions also focused on enhancing people-to-people and cultural exchanges to strengthen the bonds between China and South Korea. President Xi called for joint support in hosting upcoming APEC Economic Leaders' Meetings, reinforcing regional economic stability.
Speaker Woo echoed these sentiments, expressing South Korea's willingness to elevate bilateral relations to new heights. He emphasized the importance of safeguarding global industrial and supply chains and expressed hope for expanded personnel exchanges and enhanced friendship.
This meeting underscores the commitment of both nations to fostering a stable and prosperous regional environment, leveraging major events like the Asian Winter Games to advance diplomatic and economic objectives.
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