In a significant move towards deepening international partnerships, Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of all-round mutually beneficial cooperation with Kyrgyzstan during a state visit to Beijing. 🇨🇳🤝🇰🇬
During talks with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, Xi outlined plans to align their development strategies more closely, enhance exchanges in state governance, and advance comprehensive cooperation. This marks a new chapter in China-Kyrgyzstan relations, elevating their partnership to new heights in the current era.
Xi highlighted the robust political mutual trust and bilateral cooperation that lay the foundation for building a China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future. He called for a focus on high-quality Belt and Road initiatives, aiming to expand economic and trade ties, import quality goods from Kyrgyzstan, and support Chinese enterprises investing in the region. 🛤️📈
Infrastructure development is a key priority, with plans to enhance connectivity through the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway and modernize existing ports. Additionally, increasing passenger and freight flights will facilitate easier movement of people and goods between the two nations.
Xi also pointed to the potential in emerging sectors such as cross-border e-commerce, big data, and artificial intelligence, encouraging the creation of new growth points. Cultural exchanges will be strengthened through institutions like the Chinese Cultural Center and the Confucius Institute, fostering deeper ties and mutual understanding.
President Japarov echoed Xi's sentiments, describing China as Kyrgyzstan's reliable friend and partner. He affirmed Kyrgyzstan's support for China on key issues and committed to advancing cooperation across various sectors including industry, trade, and education.
The visit concluded with the signing of a joint statement and multiple cooperation documents, reinforcing the strong diplomatic, economic, and cultural bonds between China and Kyrgyzstan. This collaboration not only promises economic growth but also a shared vision for a prosperous future. 🌟🌐
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Xi calls for all-round mutually beneficial cooperation with Kyrgyzstan
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