Xi Jinping: South Korea and China are important neighbors; sends congratulatory message to President Lee

Chinese President Xi Jinping extended congratulations to South Korean President Lee Jae-myung on the 78th anniversary of the South Korean government's establishment. Xi underscored the significance of the relationship, describing South Korea and China as crucial neighbors and partners.

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South Korea and China are important neighbors and partners.

According to China's official Xinhua News Agency, Xi noted that over the 34 years since establishing diplomatic relations, both countries have achieved mutual success and joint development through collective efforts, yielding abundant results in various exchanges and collaborations. He specifically referenced recent mutual visits between himself and President Lee at the end of last year and the beginning of this year, stating they provided strategic guidance for the advancement of South Korea-China relations.

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Over the past 34 years since establishing diplomatic relations, the two countries have achieved mutual success and joint development through collective efforts, yielding abundant results in various exchanges and collaborations.

Xi conveyed his strong emphasis on the development of bilateral ties, expressing his hope to work with President Lee to ensure the strategic cooperative partnership between the two nations continues to progress on the correct path. The message highlights China's commitment to maintaining and strengthening its relationship with South Korea.

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South Korea-China relations have been strategically guided by our mutual visits at the end of last year and the beginning of this year.