Xi Jinping Meets with Foreign Guests Attending the China International Friendship Conference and Events Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries
On the morning of October 11, 2024, President Xi Jinping held a group meeting with foreign guests attending the China International Friendship Conference and Events Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.Xi Jinping first had a group photo taken with some foreign guests attending the China International Friendship Conference and Events Marking the 70th Anniversary of the CPAFFC and highly appreciated the long-term dedication of international friends to the cause of friendship with China.Xi Jinping pointed out that people-to-people friendship is the foundation for stable and sustained international relations and an inexhaustible driving force for promoting world peace and development. Over the past 75 years since the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Communist Party of China (CPC) has united and led the Chinese people in blazing a path of modernization that has not only developed the country itself but also benefited the world. Looking back on the journey, China's achievements in various fields would not have been possible without the support of world peoples. Numerous international friends have stood with the Chinese people and shared weal and woe. Many foreign enterprises, institutions and individuals have actively participated in China's socialist modernization drive. These have not only achieved mutual benefits for all parties but also made important contributions to promoting friendly exchanges and cooperation between China and other countries. Xi Jinping said, "We will always remember your important contributions to China and the sincere friendship that has been developed with the Chinese people."Xi Jinping stressed that the world is once again at a crossroads in history. Amid changes unseen in a century, the world is closely interconnected, and humanity shares a common future. Building a community with a shared future for mankind is the right way forward for people of all countries in the world. China is ready to strengthen friendly exchanges with friends from all other countries, give full play to the unique role of people-to-people diplomacy, and work together to build a community with a shared future for mankind.First, in the spirit of "shared responsibility as residents of the same planet", we should build a broad consensus on building a community with a shared future for mankind. We should promote peace, development, equity, justice, democracy and freedom, which are the common values of humanity, advocate an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, and make our shared planet Earth a big family of peace, amity and harmony.Second, guided by the principle of win-win cooperation, we should gather strong synergy in building a community with a shared future for mankind. The type of modernization China pursues is not one that benefits China alone. China welcomes more foreign friends to actively participate in the Chinese modernization process. China is ready to continue to provide new opportunities for world development with the new achievements of Chinese modernization, promote global modernization featuring peaceful development, mutually beneficial cooperation and common prosperity, and bring more benefits to people of all countries.Third, with an open and inclusive mindset, we should paint a grand picture of civilization that promotes the building of a community with a shared future for mankind. The Chinese nation is open and inclusive, and the Chinese people are kind and friendly. China is ready to work with all parties to implement the Global Civilization Initiative, enhance understanding and deepen friendship through sincere communication, and replace estrangement with exchanges and clash of civilizations with mutual learning.Xi Jinping stressed that the CPC serves the people, the Chinese government belongs to the people, and China's diplomacy represents the people. The Chinese government will continue to support the CPAFFC in playing its unique role in developing friendship between the Chinese and foreign peoples and promoting practical international cooperation. China will build bridges of friendship and forge heart-to-heart connections to constantly deepen people-to-people friendship between China and other nations. China will unite friends from around the world to jointly practice the vision of a community with a shared future for mankind, participate in Chinese modernization, promote mutual learning among civilizations and people-to-people bonds, and carry forward the cause of people-to-people friendship.Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of the National Assembly of Thailand Bhokin Bhalakula, and Elyn MacInnis, the founder of the "Friends of Kuliang", spoke on behalf of the foreign side respectively. They extended warm congratulations on the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and spoke highly of the unique role played by the CPAFFC in promoting people-to-people diplomacy and enhancing understanding and friendship among people from different countries. They said that under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China has successfully lifted itself out of poverty and achieved rapid development, becoming a beacon of hope for the vast number of developing countries. The vision of building a community with a shared future for mankind and initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative put forward by President Xi Jinping show foresight, vision and responsibility for global governance and chart the course for closer cooperation and mutual benefits among countries in the world. China's development and prosperity will surely continue to benefit the world. They look forward to working with China to continue to strengthen friendly exchanges and cooperation in various fields, pass on the friendship among people from generation to generation, jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind, and make greater contributions to world peace, development and prosperity.Approximately 200 people attended the event, including former political dignitaries from foreign countries, members of royal families, heads of international friendship organizations, and friendly individuals.Cai Qi, Han Zheng, and Wang Yi, among others, were present.
Xi Jinping Meets with Member of the Political Bureau and Permanent Member of the Secretariat of the CPV Central Committee L??ng C??ng
On October 11, 2024, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and President Xi Jinping met with Member of the Political Bureau and Permanent Member of the Secretariat of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV) L??ng C??ng at the Great Hall of the People.Xi Jinping pointed out that adhering to the leadership of the communist party and the socialist system constitutes the most essential feature of China and Viet Nam, and serves as the most solid political foundation for developing bilateral relations. China takes Viet Nam as a priority in its neighborhood diplomacy and stands ready to work with Viet Nam to take the lead in deepening high-level mutually beneficial cooperation, safeguarding international fairness and justice, and promoting the cause of human progress, and jointly foster a China-Viet Nam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.Xi Jinping stressed that as major changes unseen in a century in the world are unfolding at an accelerated pace, China and Viet Nam should adhere to the correct political direction, view China-Viet Nam relations from a strategic height, and ensure that bilateral relations will continue to move forward along the right track. He urged China and Viet Nam to strengthen their exchange of thoughts and ideas, make better use of institutionalized platforms such as theoretical discussions and cadre training, enhance the exchange of experience and mutual learning in party and state governance, and jointly improve governance capability and solve governance challenges. The two countries should also foster a win-win situation, tap into cooperation potential, comprehensively promote the synergy of development strategies and connectivity, and strive to achieve new goals of high-quality development in practical cooperation. On fostering people-to-people friendship, Xi Jinping called on the two sides to take full advantage the opportunity of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries and the China-Viet Nam Year of People-to-People Exchanges next year to strengthen education on traditional friendship and enhance the guidance of public opinion, so as to consolidate public support for the long-term development of bilateral relations.Xi Jinping said that the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee convened in July this year laid out systematic plans for further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization. China's efforts to further deepen reform comprehensively and advance high-standard opening-up will not only open up broad prospects for its own development, but also bring new impetus and new opportunities to the development of Viet Nam and other countries in the world. China is ready to enhance exchanges and cooperation with Viet Nam to be companions on the path of reform and good partners on the path to modernization. Xi Jinping expressed the belief that under the leadership of the CPV Central Committee headed by General Secretary To Lam, the entire Party, military and people of Viet Nam will successfully complete the goals and tasks set by the 13th National Congress of the CPV, and will steadily advance toward the goals set for the centenary of its Party and the centenary of the country.L??ng C??ng extended warm congratulations on the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, particularly the great development achievements made by the Chinese people under the leadership of the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core since the beginning of the new era. He said that Viet Nam firmly believes that China will achieve its Second Centenary Goal as scheduled and make greater contributions to world and regional peace, stability and prosperity. Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era holds important guiding significance for China's socialist cause and offers substantial value to Viet Nam, other socialist countries, and the international community. Noting that Viet Nam and China are socialist neighbors linked by mountains and rivers, L??ng C??ng said that Viet Nam greatly cherishes China's valuable support during the period of Viet Nam's national independence and liberation as well as throughout the process of its socialist development. Developing relations with China has always been the objective need, strategic choice and a top priority of Viet Nam's overall diplomacy. Currently, the relations between the two parties and the two countries are developing strongly. Viet Nam will continue to work with China to follow through on the important common understandings reached in recent years between the top leaders of both parties and countries, further strengthen relations between the two parties and two countries, promote deeper and more substantive exchanges and cooperation in various fields and all aspects, better manage and resolve differences, consolidate and deepen the spirit of "comrades and brothers", and constantly make new achievements in the Viet Nam-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and the building of a Viet Nam-China community with a shared future.Cai Qi and Wang Yi attended the meeting.
Xi Jinping Exchanges Congratulatory Messages with DPRK's Top Leader Kim Jong Un on the 75th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between China and the DPRK
On October 6, 2024, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and President of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim Jong Un to warmly celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.Xi Jinping pointed out that 75 years ago, China and the DPRK officially established diplomatic relations, opening a new chapter in the history of bilateral relations, which is of epoch-making significance. Over the past 75 years, the two countries have supported each other in consolidating people's political power and safeguarding national sovereignty, joined hands in strengthening exchanges and cooperation and advancing the socialist development, and worked closely to promote regional peace and stability and safeguard international fairness and justice. The traditional friendship between China and the DPRK has stood the test of the changing times and international landscape, becoming a valuable asset for the two countries and two peoples.Xi Jinping stressed that he highly values the development of China-DPRK relations, noting that in recent years, he has met with General Secretary Kim Jong Un multiple times and maintained close communication through letters and messages, jointly guiding and promoting the in-depth development of China-DPRK relations. Under the new circumstances of the new era, China is ready to work with the DPRK to take the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries as an opportunity to strengthen strategic communication and coordination, deepen friendly exchanges and cooperation, and continue to write new chapters for China-DPRK traditional friendship, so as to jointly promote the steady and long-term development of the two countries' socialist cause and bring more benefits to the two peoples.Kim Jong Un said that 75 years ago, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the People's Republic of China officially established diplomatic relations, and bilateral friendly relations have since entered a new historical stage of development. Over the past 75 years, the two parties and countries have upheld their firm belief in the legitimacy of their causes, overcoming various tests and challenges, and advancing courageously on the path of socialism. It is in the fundamental interests of both countries to continuously carry forward and develop the DPRK-China friendship with a time-honored history and fine tradition. The DPRK's party and government will continue to make efforts to consolidate and develop friendly and cooperative relations with China in accordance with the requirements of the new era. Kim Jong Un expressed his wish that the Chinese people, under the leadership of the CPC with General Secretary Xi Jinping at the core, will continue to make new achievements in building a modern socialist country in all respects.
Xi Jinping Exchanges Congratulatory Messages with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the 75th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations Between China and Russia
On October 2, 2024, President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with Russian President Vladimir Putin to warmly celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.Xi Jinping noted that China and Russia, both major countries of the world and key emerging markets, are each other's largest neighbor. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations 75 years ago, the two sides have continuously upgraded bilateral relations based on the fundamental interests of the two countries and two peoples while profoundly taking stock of historical experience, and lasting good-neighborliness, comprehensive strategic coordination, and mutually beneficial cooperation have become the most essential features of bilateral relations. Since the beginning of the new era in particular, under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin and in the face of profound changes unseen in a century, the two sides have continued to deepen political mutual trust, achieved remarkable results in practical cooperation, and won deep support for enduring friendship, making important contributions to improving the well-being of the two peoples and to promoting an equal and orderly multi-polar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.Xi Jinping stressed that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Russia relations, and stands ready to work with President Vladimir Putin to take the opportunity of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries to firmly steer bilateral relations in the right direction, continue to expand China-Russia all-round practical cooperation, jointly advance high-quality development and modernization of the two countries, so as to make new contributions to safeguarding world peace and stability and promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.Vladimir Putin extended his most sincere congratulations on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and China. Three-quarters of a century ago, his country was the first in the world to recognize the People's Republic of China (PRC) and quickly established close collaborative relations with the PRC. The close and mutually beneficial relations between Russia and China have successfully stood the test of time. At present, Russia-China relations have reached their highest level in history. The two sides have actively carried out cooperation in politics, economy and trade, science and technology, as well as in other fields, coordinated efficiently in international and regional affairs, and worked together to build a just multi-polar world order. Vladimir Putin expressed his belief that the two sides will fully implement the series of common understandings reached during his meetings with President Xi Jinping, and further consolidate the Russia-China comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era, so as to promote security and stability on the Eurasian continent and beyond.
A Reception to Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China Grandly Held in Beijing?Xi Jinping Delivers an Important Speech
On the evening of September 30, 2024, a reception to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) was held at the Great Hall of the People. General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese President and Chairman of the Central Military Commission Xi Jinping attended the reception and delivered an important speech. He stressed that over the past 75 years since the founding of the PRC, the CPC has united and led the Chinese people of all ethnic groups in working tirelessly to bring about the two miracles of rapid economic growth and enduring social stability. Tremendous changes have taken place in China, and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is now on an irreversible historical course. On the new journey in the new era, the Chinese people will surely create new and greater achievements and make new and greater contributions to the noble cause of peace and development for humanity.Li Qiang presided over the reception. Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang, Li Xi, and Han Zheng were present at the reception which was attended by about 3,000 guests from home and abroad to celebrate the 75th birthday of the PRC.The banquet hall of the Great Hall of the People was adorned with dazzling lights, permeating with a cheerful festive atmosphere. Hung above the rostrum was the solemn national emblem, with large digits "1949-2024" prominently displayed against the bright red flags.At about 17:30, accompanied by the cheerful Tune of Welcome, Xi Jinping and other leaders walked into the banquet hall and waved to the attendees. The hall burst into applause.The reception began. All stood up and sang the national anthem of the PRC. The magnificent March of the Volunteers echoed in the hall.In the echoing sound of the horn, Xi Jinping stepped onto the rostrum and delivered an important speech. On behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council, he first paid high tribute to the Chinese people of all ethnic groups, to the commanders and soldiers of the Chinese People's Liberation Army and the People's Armed Police Force, and to other political parties and personages without party affiliation. He extended sincere greetings to compatriots in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), the Macao SAR, Taiwan as well as overseas Chinese. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to friendly countries and international friends who care about and support the PRC's pursuit of development.Xi Jinping pointed out that on the new journey in the new era, the central task of the CPC and the country is to build itself into a stronger country and rejuvenate the Chinese nation on all fronts by pursuing Chinese modernization. The best way to celebrate the founding of the PRC is to steadily advance this great and unprecedented cause. To advance Chinese modernization, it is imperative to always uphold the core role of the CPC in exercising overall leadership and coordinating the efforts of all sides, uphold the Central Committee's authority and its centralized, unified leadership, persevere with full and rigorous self-governance, and use our own transformation to steer great social transformation. It is imperative to unswervingly follow the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics, further deepen reform and expand opening up in all respects, promote high-quality development and strive to maintain a firm grasp on the future of China's development and progress. It is imperative to uphold a people-centered approach, act for the people and rely on the people in everything we do, and work to ensure that the achievements of reform and development are shared by all through collective efforts. It is imperative to remain committed to the path of peaceful development, advocate vigorously peace, development, cooperation and mutual benefit, and promote world peace and tranquility and common progress of mankind.Xi Jinping stressed that realizing the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is a shared aspiration of all the sons and daughters of the Chinese nation, including compatriots in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. It is imperative to fully, faithfully and resolutely implement the policy of One Country, Two Systems, under which the people of Hong Kong administer Hong Kong and the people of Macao administer Macao, both with a high degree of autonomy. It is imperative to unswervingly promote long-term prosperity and stability in Hong Kong and Macao.Xi Jinping pointed out that Taiwan is the sacred territory of China. Blood runs thicker than water, and fellow Chinese on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family bound by blood. It is imperative to stay committed to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus, deepen cross-Straits economic and cultural exchanges and cooperation, forge closer bonds between people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, and strongly oppose "Taiwan independence" separatist activities. Realizing China's complete reunification is a surging popular trend. It is where the greater national interest lies, and it is what the people desire. The wheel of history will not be stopped by any individual or any force.Xi Jinping stressed that humankind is living on the same Earth and people of all countries share a common destiny. It is imperative to practice the common values of humanity, advocate an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, and work to implement the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative, actively participate in reforming and developing the global governance system and build a community with a shared future for mankind.Xi Jinping pointed out that after 75 years of strenuous efforts, Chinese modernization has unfolded a magnificent picture and presented a brilliantly promising future. At the same time, the road ahead cannot be smooth; there will inevitably be difficulties and challenges. Xi Jinping said, "We must remain mindful of potential dangers and be well-prepared, and resolutely overcome uncertainties and unexpected risks and challenges. No obstacle can hinder the progress of the Chinese people."Amid joyful melody, guests from home and abroad toasted the 75th anniversary of the founding of the PRC. They wished China prosperity, the Chinese people well-being, and the friendship between the Chinese people and people of all other countries last forever.Those who attended the reception include Wang Yi, Yin Li, Shi Taifeng, Liu Guozhong, Li Ganjie, Li Shulei, Li Hongzhong, He Weidong, He Lifeng, Zhang Youxia, Zhang Guoqing, Chen Wenqing, Li Ruihuan, Wen Jiabao, Jia Qinglin, Zhang Dejiang, Yu Zhengsheng, Li Zhanshu, Wang Yang, Li Lanqing, Zeng Qinghong, Wu Guanzheng, Li Changchun, He Guoqiang, Liu Yunshan, Wang Qishan, Zhang Gaoli as well as leaders from the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), the State Council, the Supreme People's Court, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and the Central Military Commission, and comrades who have retired from leadership positions.Those who attended the reception also include leaders of departments of the CPC Central Committee, the central government, the military and people's organizations, leading officials of Beijing Municipal Government, leaders of the central committees of other political parties and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, representatives of personages without party affiliation, representatives of well-known people from all walks of life, some deputies to the NPC and members of the CPPCC National Committee, representatives of veteran generals and retired officials, spouses of deceased party and state leaders residing in Beijing, representatives of recipients of the "Medal of the Republic", "Friendship Medal", "July 1 Medal", "August 1 Medal", and national honorary titles, representatives of national model workers and advanced figures, representatives of the Chinese sports delegations to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, representatives of model supporters of the military, families of martyrs, disabled veterans, and retired servicemen, some representatives of the National Conference on Commending Models for Ethnic Unity and Progress and Minority representatives, personages from the Hong Kong SAR and the Macao SAR in Beijing, representatives of Taiwan compatriots, overseas Chinese nationals and foreign citizens of Chinese origin, diplomatic envoys of various countries to China, representatives of international organizations in China, some foreign experts, and foreign friends.
