Video speech by His Excellency Xi Jinping

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday delivered a video speech at a reception in Beijing to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France.

The establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France 60 years ago was an important event in the history of international relations. With extraordinary wisdom and courage, Chairman Mao Zedong and General Charles de Gaulle opened the door to exchanges and cooperation between China and the West, bringing hope to the world in the midst of the Cold War, noted Mr.Xi.

For 60 years, China-France relations have always been at the forefront of relations between China and Western countries, bringing benefits to the two peoples and contributing to world peace, stability and development, he said. -he continued.