中 "Contacted Yoon to Congratulate on Election... Wishing Stable Development of Korea-China Relations"

Yoon Seok-yeol, the president-elect of the 20th Republic of Korea, is delivering a greeting at the People Power Party's campaign headquarters disbandment ceremony held at the National Assembly Library on the 10th. Photo by the National Assembly Press Photographers Group

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Hyunjin] The Chinese government extended its congratulations to President-elect Yoon Seok-yeol and expressed hopes for the development of Korea-China relations.

Zhao Lijian, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said at a regular briefing on the 10th, "China congratulates Yoon Seok-yeol on being elected as South Korea's new president," adding, "We hope that both countries will work together to mark the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations and achieve healthy and stable development in bilateral relations, bringing greater benefits to the peoples of both countries."

Spokesperson Zhao stated, "South Korea and China are indispensable important partners," and "This year marks the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and South Korea, during which bilateral relations have rapidly developed." He continued, "The bilateral relationship has brought substantial benefits to both countries and their peoples," emphasizing, "It has actively contributed to regional peace and development."

When asked whether the Chinese government had contacted President-elect Yoon's side, Zhao replied, "Of course, we have made contact," and added, "We will announce any further developments."

Previously, Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to President-elect Moon Jae-in the morning after the 19th presidential election in 2017.

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