Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday said he was ready to work with his Austrian counterpart, Alexander Van der Bellen, to strengthen cooperation on the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative (BCR).
In a message exchanged with the Austrian president to celebrate the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations, Xi said he attached great importance to Sino-Austrian relations and was ready to constantly bring the China-Austria friendly strategic partnership to new heights. new levels, in order to bring benefits to both countries and their peoples.
Xi pointed out that since the founding of bilateral diplomatic ties 50 years ago, China and Austria have adhered to the principles of mutual respect, mutual trust and mutual benefit, promoting the development of relations steadily.
Since the two countries confirmed the establishment of a friendly strategic partnership in 2018, the bilateral relations have seen new development opportunities, Xi said, adding that the two countries are deepening their mutual political trust and constantly exploring the practical cooperation in various fields.
During the joint fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, the two sides have helped each other, deepening the friendship between the two peoples, Xi said.
On the same day, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang also exchanged congratulatory messages with Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz.
In his message, Li said China is ready to work with Austria to seize the 50th anniversary celebration as an opportunity to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation, expand friendly exchanges and advance continuous development. bilateral relations.
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