Xi: China to build community with shared future with Arab countries

Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed China’s readiness to collaborate with Arab countries to build a higher-level China-Arab community with a shared future. He conveyed these remarks in a congratulatory message to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, the current chair of the Arab League, during the 33rd Arab League Summit in Bahrain.

Xi praised the Arab League’s commitment to unity, peace, and development in the Middle East, and highlighted the increasing role of Arab countries in promoting regional stability and cooperation for the Global South. He noted that China-Arab relations are at their historical best, referencing the first China-Arab States Summit in December 2022, which set a comprehensive plan for their future relations.

Over the past year, China and Arab countries have seen strengthened political trust, practical cooperation, and cultural exchanges. Looking ahead, Xi emphasized China’s commitment to furthering this partnership and contributing to a broader global community with a shared future. He also mentioned the upcoming 10th ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum in Beijing as an opportunity to deepen their cooperation.

Source – CGTN