Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his commitment to strengthening ties with Vietnam, aiming to build a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that holds strategic significance. On Saturday, Xi exchanged congratulations with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and Vietnamese President Luong Cuong on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
In his message, Xi highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between China and Vietnam, describing them as \\"comrades and brothers\\" who have fought side by side for national independence and liberation. He emphasized that the two socialist neighbors represent a community with a shared future, underpinned by strategic mutual trust and comprehensive strategic cooperation.
\\"Since the establishment of diplomatic ties 75 years ago, the friendship between our nations has grown profound,\\" Xi stated. \\"China and Vietnam share the same ideals and pursue a shared future, which is the most striking feature of our relations.\\"
Reflecting on his successful visit to Vietnam in 2023, Xi noted that both sides pledged to work towards elevating their relationship to new heights. He emphasized the importance of continuing to follow the path of socialism, which he believes is crucial not only for the future of the two countries but also for the global socialist cause.
\\"As changes in the world unfold in unprecedented ways, our dedication to socialism bears significant implications for peace, stability, development, and prosperity in our region and the world,\\" Xi remarked.
Xi expressed his readiness to collaborate with Vietnamese leaders to deepen strategic mutual trust and enhance practical cooperation. He proposed taking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges as opportunities to set new goals. \\"Let us keep in mind our original mission and forge ahead on the new journey toward socialist modernization,\\" he urged, aiming to deliver more benefits to the peoples of both nations and contribute to global human development and progress.
