Chinese President Xi Jinping's special envoy Huai Jinpeng underscored deepening bilateral cooperation during his attendance at Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa's inauguration ceremony in Quito this weekend. The high-level exchange highlights China's growing diplomatic engagement in Latin America.
As education minister and Xi's representative, Huai conveyed warm greetings from Beijing during a private meeting with Noboa at the presidential palace. He emphasized China's commitment to advancing the countries' 45-year diplomatic relationship, noting "fruitful cooperation across various fields" since establishing ties in 1979.
Noboa reaffirmed Ecuador's adherence to the one-China principle and expressed eagerness to expand practical collaboration. The leaders discussed implementing existing bilateral agreements and exploring new opportunities in trade, infrastructure, and technology under their comprehensive strategic partnership.
Analysts observe the exchange signals continuity in China-Ecuador relations following recent political changes. With Ecuador being a key partner in Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative, the dialogue sets the stage for enhanced economic coordination and cultural exchanges in the coming years.
