President Xi Jinping’s State Visit to France Marks 60 Years of Partnership
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris for a state visit, marking 60 years of diplomatic ties with France. The visit aims to deepen economic and trade cooperation.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris for a state visit, marking 60 years of diplomatic ties with France. The visit aims to deepen economic and trade cooperation.
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