On Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro exchanged heartfelt congratulations to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Venezuela.
President Xi highlighted the enduring partnership between the two countries, emphasizing how mutual trust and collaboration have been the pillars of their relationship over the past five decades. “Since establishing diplomatic ties half a century ago, China and Venezuela have supported each other amidst the shifting international landscape,” Xi remarked. “Together, we have defended international fairness and justice, upheld the legitimate rights of developing nations, and forged an ‘iron-clad’ friendship.”
Reflecting on President Maduro’s recent state visit to China in September, Xi noted the significant elevation of bilateral relations to an all-weather strategic partnership. “This new era ushers in expanded cooperation and deeper ties between our nations,” he said. Xi expressed China’s readiness to work closely with Venezuela to continue their traditional friendship and contribute jointly to global peace and development. “Let us take this 50th anniversary as a new starting point to enrich our partnership and promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind,” Xi concluded.
President Maduro conveyed his appreciation for the considerable progress made in bilateral ties over the past 50 years. “The establishment of an all-weather strategic partnership with China is of historic significance,” Maduro stated. He reaffirmed Venezuela’s firm support for China in safeguarding its national sovereignty and opposition to any attempts to contain China. “We are eager to actively participate in the Belt and Road cooperation and the three major global initiatives proposed by President Xi,” Maduro added.
Maduro expressed confidence in China’s future under President Xi’s leadership. “Venezuela firmly believes that under the wise leadership of Xi Jinping, China will surely achieve the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation,” he said. He emphasized Venezuela’s commitment to deepening friendship, enhancing bilateral cooperation, and strengthening multilateral coordination with China.
The exchange of congratulations between the two leaders signifies a continued dedication to fostering strong diplomatic ties and collaborative efforts on the global stage. As China and Venezuela look forward to the next 50 years, both nations aim to contribute to international development and uphold the shared values that have united them for half a century.
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Xi, Maduro exchange congratulations on 50 years of diplomatic ties
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