Xi Jinping to President-elect Yoon: "China Always Values China-Korea Relations"

China Seeks to Strengthen International and Regional Cooperation with Korea, Efforts to Stabilize Global Supply Chains
President-elect Yoon: "Strengthening Korea-China Cooperation Benefits Both Nations' Development and Citizens' Interests"

[Asia Economy Beijing=Special Correspondent Jo Young-shin] Chinese President Xi Jinping mentioned the "stabilization of Korea-China relations" during his first phone call with President-elect Yoon Suk-yeol on the 25th, according to the state-run Xinhua News Agency.

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President Xi congratulated President-elect Yoon on his election and said, "China and Korea are eternal neighbors." He further emphasized, "China always values Korea-China relations."

President Xi also stated, "The development of Korea-China relations aligns with the fundamental interests of both countries and their peoples and has promoted regional peace and development." He added, "On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Korea this year, we must stabilize bilateral relations through mutual respect, strengthening political trust, and promoting civilian friendship," according to Xinhua News Agency.

President Xi further said, "In a situation where the international community faces many challenges, both countries have a responsibility to promote regional peace and global prosperity." He expressed, "China hopes to work with Korea to strengthen international and regional cooperation and actively strive to stabilize global supply chains."

President Xi added, "We must uphold the international order based on the United Nations (UN)-centered international system and international law, and promote a more equitable and reasonable global governance system."

In response, President-elect Yoon said, "The history of Korea-China friendly exchanges is long-standing, and great achievements have been made in cooperation across various fields during the 30 years of diplomatic relations." He added, "This has brought definite benefits to the peoples of both countries." He emphasized, "Strengthening cooperation between Korea and China will benefit the development of both countries and the interests of their peoples, and will also contribute to peace and stability in the Northeast Asia region."

President-elect Yoon also added, "Korea hopes to elevate Korea-China relations to a higher level through exchanges with Chinese senior officials, enhancing mutual trust, and promoting civilian friendship."

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