In a significant display of international cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of upholding independence and jointly countering a \"new Cold War\" during his state visit to France. Speaking at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Xi engaged in talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, marking his third visit to the European nation since 2014.
Highlighting the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and France, Xi stated, \"China and France should adhere to the original aspirations of establishing diplomatic relations, which are independence, mutual understanding, foresight, and mutual benefit and win-win cooperation, and inject new connotations of the times into them.\" This underscores a commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through mutual understanding and cooperation.
Xi further called for both nations to promote harmonious coexistence in a diverse world and to foster a fair and orderly multi-polar global landscape. He stressed the importance of resisting attempts at \"decoupling\" and disrupting industrial and supply chains, advocating for the removal of barriers to ensure continued economic collaboration.
During the discussions, Xi expressed his hope that this visit would serve as a foundation for advancing the bilateral relationship over the next six decades, contributing to global peace, stability, and the development and progress of humanity.
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Xi: China, France should uphold independence, fend off 'new Cold War'
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