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Chinese President Xi Jinping touched down in Budapest on Wednesday, kicking off a historic state visit to Hungary that coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban greeted Xi at the airport with a red-carpet welcome, as fighter jets escorted his plane into the country—a move that’s straight out of a Marvel movie !
Crowds waved Chinese and Hungarian flags along the route to Xi’s hotel, showcasing the ‘friendship goals’ vibe between the countries. The timing couldn’t be more symbolic: Hungary was among the first to recognize the People’s Republic of China back in 1949, and their bond was upgraded to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2017.
In a written statement, Xi called Hungary a ‘trusted partner’ and teased plans for a ‘new blueprint’ to boost cooperation. The visit is expected to cover everything from tech innovation to cultural exchanges—think ‘collabs’ but on a global scale .
Hungary’s central role in China’s European outreach makes this trip a key moment for geopolitics watchers. Stay tuned as Xi meets with Hungarian leaders to shape what’s next for this dynamic duo .
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