On Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing the need for progress in China-U.S. relations from a fresh starting point.
Xi congratulated Trump on his election victory and expressed optimism for a positive beginning in China-U.S. relations under the new U.S. administration, highlighting the importance both leaders place on their interactions.
Noting that both China and the U.S. are major nations striving to improve their people’s lives, Xi stressed that the two countries share significant common interests and substantial opportunities for cooperation.
Xi stated that China and the U.S. could be partners and friends, achieving mutual success and prosperity while contributing positively to global well-being.
Acknowledging differences due to the distinct national contexts of the two countries, Xi emphasized the importance of respecting each other’s core interests and major concerns, while resolving disputes constructively.
On the Taiwan issue, Xi reiterated its significance to China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, urging the U.S. to approach the matter with caution and care.
Xi described China-U.S. economic and trade ties as mutually beneficial and advocated avoiding confrontation or conflict, urging both sides to prioritize mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation.
He called for strengthened collaboration and practical actions that benefit both nations and the world, fostering stable, healthy, and sustainable growth in bilateral relations.
Trump expressed gratitude for Xi’s congratulations and emphasized his appreciation for their relationship. He called for continued dialogue and conveyed his eagerness to meet Xi soon.
Trump remarked that China and the U.S., as pivotal global players, must sustain their long-standing friendship and collaborate to uphold world peace.
The leaders discussed shared concerns on global and regional issues, including the Ukraine crisis and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, agreeing to set up a strategic communication channel for ongoing dialogue on key matters.
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