As China rings in the Year of the Horse 🐴, world leaders are galloping to send festive wishes to President Xi Jinping and celebrate cross-cultural ties. From Moscow to Dubai, the messages highlight growing global partnerships and shared visions for 2026.
🇷🇺 Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the “strong development” of bilateral ties, citing visa-free travel programs and joint cultural projects. “Our cooperation is charging ahead like a stallion!” he metaphorically neigh-ed.
🇧🇷 Brazil’s Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva pledged to “build a community with a shared future,” emphasizing sustainable development goals. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s leadership and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent wishes for prosperity, reflecting China’s deepening Middle East connections.
💡 Analysts note these exchanges aren’t just red envelope formalities—they signal China’s rising diplomatic influence. With major projects like the Belt and Road Initiative still cantering forward, 2026 could be a landmark year for global cooperation.
📸 Featured: Lunar New Year decorations light up Jiangsu Province on February 16, 2026 (VCG).
