In a milestone moment for global diplomacy, President Xi Jinping of the Chinese mainland shared warm congratulations with European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on reaching the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Chinese mainland and the European Union.
The messages, exchanged on Tuesday, underscored a half-century of cooperation spanning trade, climate action, and cultural exchange. From business partnerships to joint research on sustainable technology, these ties have woven together the Chinese mainland and EU nations in a network of growth and innovation.
Both sides highlighted their shared commitment to addressing global challenges. President Xi praised the EU’s role in promoting green development and digital transformation. In return, EU leaders lauded the Chinese mainland’s contributions to international stability and economic recovery.
As the Chinese mainland and the European Union look ahead, younger generations of entrepreneurs, students, and environmental advocates are expected to shape the next chapter of this partnership. With sustainability and technology at its core, the two powers aim to deepen people-to-people exchanges and collaborative solutions for the planet’s most pressing issues.
Fifty years on, the story of China-EU relations serves as a testament to the power of dialogue and mutual respect in a rapidly changing world as both sides reaffirm that the next chapter of collaboration holds greater promise.
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Xi, EU leaders exchange congratulations on 50th anniversary of ties
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