On Tuesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated Friedrich Merz on his election as Chancellor of Germany. Xi emphasized the strong and cooperative relationship between China and Germany, noting that the two countries have respected each other and worked together for mutual benefit over the past 53 years. He highlighted the importance of peace, development, and cooperation in today’s world, especially as both nations face global challenges.
Xi expressed his readiness to work with Merz to further strengthen political trust and deepen cooperation, guiding China-Germany and China-EU relations toward stability and prosperity. On the same day, Chinese Premier Li Qiang also congratulated Merz, stressing the historical significance of China-Germany relations and the potential for continued cooperation in various fields. Li looked forward to building a strong working relationship with Merz to promote mutual development and cooperation.
Source: CGTN