Strengthening Strategic Bonds 🇨🇳🇸🇦
Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday, marking the start of a four-day Middle East tour aimed at deepening economic and diplomatic collaboration. The visit includes chairing the Fourth Meeting of the High-Level Chinese-Saudi Joint Committee, where Li emphasized boosting alignment between the two nations' development strategies.
Legacy of Partnership 📜
Li highlighted the 'deep-rooted traditional friendship' between China and Saudi Arabia, noting 34 years of diplomatic progress. Since President Xi Jinping's 2022 summits with Arab states and the GCC, both sides have ramped up political trust, economic exchanges, and regional coordination—solidifying their 'comprehensive strategic partnership.'
What's on the Agenda? 💼
Li will meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss bilateral relations, trade, and shared global concerns. The premier expressed hope that the trip will expand mutually beneficial projects, enhance cultural ties, and accelerate China-GCC cooperation. Next stop: the UAE ✈️.
Reference(s):
Chinese premier starts Saudi Arabia visit to further boost cooperation
cgtn.com