Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Myriam Spiteri Debono on her inauguration as the new President of Malta. In a message sent on Thursday, Xi highlighted the strong diplomatic ties that have united China and Malta for over 52 years.
“Since establishing diplomatic relations, our nations have always respected each other and treated one another as equals,” Xi stated. “We have supported each other on issues concerning our core interests and major concerns, and we’ve conducted fruitful cooperation in economy, trade and investment, culture and education, as well as health care.”
Emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration, Xi expressed his eagerness to work closely with President Spiteri Debono. “I greatly value the development of China-Malta ties and stand ready to continue our traditional friendship,” he said. “Together, we can strengthen practical cooperation and promote continuous progress in our relations, bringing more benefits to our peoples.”
The message underscores a commitment to deepen bilateral relations, signaling opportunities for enhanced partnerships across various sectors between China and Malta.
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