In a significant move to strengthen bilateral relations, Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on China and Vietnam to enhance their connectivity and build a robust platform for cooperation in new quality productive forces.
During a recent phone conversation with To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), Xi highlighted the importance of maintaining stable and seamless cross-border industrial and supply chains. He reflected on Lam's state visit to China last August, noting the deep exchanges and the positive progress made over the past six months.
Looking ahead, Xi emphasized that 2025 marks the end of China's 14th Five-Year Plan and is a pivotal year for Vietnam's 14th National Congress. This period is seen as a continuity and a fresh start for both nations to rejuvenate their partnership.
Xi urged both parties to deepen their exchanges of socialist theory and practical experiences, promoting the development of the socialist cause amidst unprecedented global changes. He also stressed the need for high-level political guidance and the pursuit of mutually beneficial cooperation.
Beyond economic ties, Xi encouraged warm and meaningful people-to-people connections, emphasizing cultural exchanges in media, culture, tourism, and youth initiatives. These efforts aim to create projects that resonate with the public and foster a closer bond between the two countries.
On the international front, Xi called for strengthened coordination to uphold fairness and justice, working together to build a community with a shared future for mankind.
In response, To Lam expressed sincere condolences for the recent earthquake in Xizang and praised the CPC's leadership and China's development achievements. He affirmed Vietnam's confidence in China's continued growth and its commitment to achieving greater milestones.
As both nations look towards the future, this renewed commitment signals a promising era of enhanced cooperation and shared prosperity.
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