Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his commitment to strengthening ties with Vietnam, emphasizing the importance of building a China-Vietnam community with a shared future of strategic significance. In a message exchanged on Saturday with Vietnamese leaders to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Xi conveyed his readiness to deepen strategic mutual trust and enhance practical cooperation.
\"China and Vietnam, as friendly socialist neighbors, represent a community with a shared future that carries strategic significance,\" Xi stated. He highlighted the profound friendship formed over 75 years, noting that both nations have supported each other in their struggles for national independence and liberation. \"So profound is the friendship between Vietnam and China, because we are both comrades and brothers,\" he added.
Reflecting on his successful visit to Vietnam in 2023, Xi recalled the pledge made by both sides to elevate their relations to a new stage. \"We have raised the relations between our parties and countries to a new level, working towards a China-Vietnam community with a shared future,\" he said.
Amidst unprecedented global changes, Xi emphasized that the continued adherence to the path of socialism by China and Vietnam bears significant impact on the future of both nations and the global socialist cause. \"Our cooperation is of great significance to the peace, stability, development, and prosperity of the region and the world at large,\" he remarked.
Xi underscored his dedication to the growth of bilateral relations, expressing willingness to collaborate with Vietnamese leaders during the 75th anniversary celebrations and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges. \"Together, we can deliver more benefits to our peoples and make important contributions to the advancement of human development and progress,\" he concluded.
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Xi aims for better China-Vietnam community with shared future
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