In a move set to further solidify strategic ties between Asia and Europe, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is scheduled to pay a state visit to China from May 24 to 28. The visit comes at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relationship between the two nations.
During a regular press briefing on Wednesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun highlighted Serbia's unique position as the first European country to establish a community with a shared future with China in the new era. He described Serbia as an essential partner for China within Central and Eastern Europe, underscoring the depth of their strategic alignment.
The partnership has seen high-level development in recent years, built upon a foundation of solid political mutual trust. According to spokesperson Guo, both sides have consistently supported each other on core interests and major concerns, resulting in fruitful cooperation and vibrant people-to-people exchanges.
This upcoming visit represents President Vucic's first state visit to China. The itinerary includes high-level diplomatic engagements, with President Xi Jinping and the Chinese premier, Li Qiang, both scheduled to meet with President Vucic. These discussions are expected to cover a broad spectrum of bilateral ties as well as pressing international and regional issues of common concern.
Looking forward, China has expressed its commitment to utilizing this visit to reinforce the "ironclad friendship" shared with Serbia. The goal is to expand mutually beneficial cooperation and enhance multilateral coordination, paving the way for more tangible results in the development of the China-Serbia community with a shared future in the new era.
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