On Tuesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Honduran President Xiomara Castro exchanged warm congratulations, marking the first anniversary of diplomatic relations between their two countries. This milestone signifies a new chapter in the partnership between China and Honduras, highlighting a year of fruitful collaboration and mutual respect.
President Xi reflected on the establishment of diplomatic ties in March last year, emphasizing how it opened a new era in bilateral relations. He recalled President Castro’s successful state visit to China in June, during which they held significant talks and reached important agreements that set the direction for future cooperation.
Over the past year, China and Honduras have upheld principles of mutual respect, equality, mutual benefit, and common development. President Xi noted that these shared values have ensured strong and growing relations between the two nations. He expressed his appreciation for Honduras’s firm adherence to the one-China principle, underscoring that establishing diplomatic relations was a wise decision aligning with historical trends and serving the fundamental interests of both countries.
Looking ahead, President Xi stated his commitment to working closely with President Castro to strengthen mutual support, expand comprehensive cooperation, and jointly create a better future for China-Honduras relations.
President Castro praised China’s rich civilization and significant role on the global stage, describing it as a role model for the world and an important partner for Honduras. She highlighted China’s dedication to innovative development, its active participation in solving global challenges, and its substantial contributions to worldwide poverty reduction efforts over the past year.
Reaffirming Honduras’s steadfast commitment to the one-China principle, President Castro expressed her desire to develop relations characterized by independence and mutual respect. She conveyed her hope for a lasting friendship between the peoples of China and Honduras.
The anniversary marks a significant milestone, showcasing the deepening ties and shared aspirations of both nations as they continue to collaborate on various international and bilateral initiatives.
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