In a significant move to bolster international relations, President Xi Jinping is set to embark on state visits to France, Serbia, and Hungary from May 5 to 10. Invited by French President Emmanuel Macron, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok, and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, these visits aim to strengthen China's ties with key European nations.
The visit underscores the growing influence of China in Europe, fostering economic and cultural exchanges that contribute to global peace and development. In Serbia's second-largest city, Novi Sad, the impact of these relations is palpable. CGTN Stringer Nenad revisits his hometown to explore the \"Chinese elements\" that have become integral to the local culture.
Nenad highlights the prevalence of Chinese restaurants and supermarkets in Novi Sad, stating, \"Chinese food is very popular with the locals, and Chinese supermarkets are favored because of their wide variety. From the needle to the train, everything can be bought in Chinese supermarkets.\"
These developments reflect a broader trend of increasing interconnectedness between China and European nations, paving the way for enhanced collaboration and mutual growth.
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cgtn.com
