President Xi Jinping Meets with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
On the evening of August 30, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House?with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization?Summit 2025?and the Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi pointed out that China and Kazakhstan are strategic partners that can trust and count?on each other. No matter how the international landscape?evolves,?the two?sides should?stay committed to?the?overarching?policy?of good-neighborliness and friendship, the?guiding?principle of openness and win-win cooperation, and the?overall?direction of jointly building a community with a shared future. The two sides should firmly support each other on issues concerning their respective?core interests and major concerns, consolidate and expand?all-round cooperation, and bring?China-Kazakhstan relations to?new heights.President Xi emphasized that the two countries?should further synergize?their development strategies, explore?more converging interests and new areas of growth in cooperation; consolidate?energy cooperation?as the foundation，and?deepen cooperation?on connectivity, especially advancing?hard connectivity of?infrastructure and soft connectivity?of?policies and?mechanisms; continue to?promote people-to-people exchanges, and ensure the?success of the China-Kazakhstan year of cultural exchange; step up?multilateral coordination, consolidate and strengthen?the SCO, jointly safeguard the international system with the United Nations at its core, and work for a more just and equitable international order.President Tokayev noted?that China, during its SCO presidency, performed its duties effectively. Kazakhstan had actively participated in all agenda items?and?is ready to work closely with China to ensure the success of the upcoming SCO Summit. He extended congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's?War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, noting that the Chinese people made a significant?historical?contribution to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War?and demonstrated?extraordinary courage and patriotism. He said that Kazakhstan-China relations are at the?highest?level?ever.?Bilateral trade reached a new?record?last year,?and major cooperation projects are progressing smoothly. Kazakhstan stands ready?to?work with China to?continue?to deepen?practical?cooperation?and enhance people-to-people exchanges, to?take?bilateral relations to an even higher level.During the meeting, the two heads of state witnessed the announcement of more than 20 bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as alignment of development strategies, energy, science and technology, housing and urban development, education, sports, and wildlife protection, and?the unveiling of?two new?Luban Workshops?in Kazakhstan.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, Chen Min'er, among others,?were present at?the meeting.
President Xi Jinping Meets with Nepali Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli
On the afternoon of August 30, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Nepali Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli, who was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi noted that China and Nepal are neighbors linked by mountains and rivers and enjoy lasting friendship. The two are also peace-loving countries who stand on our own feet. Over the past 70 years of diplomatic relations, the two peoples have stood together through thick and thin and written a historic chapter of good-neighborliness and friendship. China and Nepal are now making steady progress in high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and the two peoples have forged a closer bond with each other. China stands ready to work with Nepal to carry forward the traditional friendship and take to a new height the China-Nepal strategic partnership of cooperation featuring ever-lasting friendship for development and prosperity.President Xi stressed that the two sides need to enhance mutual strategic trust and firmly support each other on issues concerning our respective core interests and major concerns. We need to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, jointly advance Belt and Road cooperation, and strengthen connectivity through ports, roads, power grids, aviation and telecommunications. We need to enhance cooperation in areas such as industry, agriculture and animal husbandry, new energy, environmental protection, oil and gas, artificial intelligence, education, health, law enforcement, and security. We need to continue the successful activities in celebration of the 70th anniversary of our diplomatic relations. We need to enhance communication and coordination in multilateral platforms such as the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, jointly support free trade and sustainable development, and safeguard international fairness and justice.Prime Minister Oli said that the Nepal-China relationship, having stood many tests, has only grown stronger. Both sides have always respected and trusted each other and attended to one another's concerns. Cooperation with China has significantly boosted Nepal's economic and social development. Nepal is firmly committed to the one-China principle, resolutely opposes "Taiwan independence," and does not allow any force to use its territory to undermine China's interests. Nepal is committed to achieving continuous development and looks forward to deepening cooperation with China in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative. We will enhance cooperation with China on trade, investment, agriculture, science and technology, tourism, climate response, and other fields and deliver more positive outcomes. Nepal supports the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative proposed by China, values the role of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, actively upholds the "Shanghai Spirit," and looks forward to China playing an even bigger role in international affairs.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.
President Xi Jinping Meets with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly
On the afternoon of August 30, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House?with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, who was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025.President Xi noted that Egypt was the first Arab and African country to establish diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China, and China-Egypt relations are now at their best in history. Next year marks the 70th anniversary of China-Egypt diplomatic ties. The two sides should take it as an opportunity to steer the bilateral relationship toward the goal of building a China-Egypt community with a shared future in the new era, add new impetus to China-Arab and China-Africa relations, and make greater contributions to upholding world peace and stability and promoting global development and prosperity.President Xi emphasized that under the new circumstances, China and Egypt should be good brothers that firmly support each other, keep consolidating political trust, and continue providing mutual support on issues concerning each other's core interests and major concerns. The two countries should be good partners that deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, foster greater synergy between the Belt and Road Initiative and the Vision 2030, and take cooperation on parks and zones such as the Suez Economic and Trade Cooperation Zone as the main driver to strengthen cooperation in such areas as economy and trade, joint manufacturing and new energy. The two countries should be good friends that closely collaborate in multilateral affairs, shoulder historical and major-country responsibilities as important members of the Global South, safeguard the victorious outcomes of World War II, jointly oppose unilateralism and bullying practices, and defend the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law.Prime Minister Madbouly conveyed to President Xi sincere greetings and regards from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Prime Minister?Madbouly?said China is a true partner and friend of Egypt, and the two sides have always trusted and supported each other. Egypt places high importance on its relations with China, and is firmly committed to the one-China principle. Egypt stands ready to take next year's 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties with China?as an opportunity to increase high-level exchanges, expand trade and investment, and deepen cooperation in such areas as new energy, electric vehicles, finance and seawater desalination, in a bid to achieve greater progress of the bilateral relations. Egypt and China are both members of the developing world and the Global South. To address challenges facing the international landscape and world economy and trade, Egypt will strengthen coordination and collaboration with China in international and regional affairs, so as to safeguard the common interests of developing countries.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, attended the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Myanmar’s Acting President Min Aung Hlaing
On the afternoon of August 30, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Myanmar's Acting President Min Aung Hlaing, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi noted that Myanmar was part of the Eastern battlefield of the World Anti-Fascist War and it is an important dialogue partner of the SCO. The China-Myanmar pauk-phaw friendship, rooted in the hearts of the two peoples, is as strong and relevant as ever. The two sides should seize the opportunity of the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations to deepen strategic cooperation, accelerate the building of their community with a shared future, and bring greater benefits to people in both countries.President Xi stressed that China supports Myanmar in following a development path suited to its realities, in safeguarding its sovereignty, security and development interests, in rebuilding after the earthquake, and in delivering a better life to its people. China also supports Myanmar in unifying all domestic political forces as much as possible and restoring stability and development. The two sides should advance key projects of the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and promote economic and trade cooperation. Joint efforts should be made to combat cross-border crimes, maintain peace and tranquility in the China-Myanmar border region, and ensure the safety and security of Chinese personnel, institutions, and projects in Myanmar. The two sides should carry forward the spirit of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and jointly safeguard the U.N.-centered international system.Acting President Min Aung Hlaing said that Myanmar and China share a deep pauk-phaw friendship and a common pursuit of peace and stability, and both countries made significant contributions to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. China has always been a good neighbor and a good friend to Myanmar, providing long-term assistance to Myanmar's economic and social development, supporting its post-disaster rehabilitation efforts, and playing a constructive role in facilitating peace and stability in northern Myanmar. Myanmar will steadfastly uphold the one-China policy. Myanmar will work with China to pursue high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, and expand cooperation in such areas as trade, investment, energy, and infrastructure, so as to create a better life for people in both countries. As a dialogue partner of the SCO, Myanmar will actively contribute to the development of the organization.The two sides signed multiple bilateral cooperation agreements in the fields of customs, news media, and others.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet
On the afternoon of August 30, President Xi Jinping met with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025, at the Tianjin Guest House.President Xi underscored that the China-Cambodia friendship, having stood the test of time, is rock-solid and the shared asset of the two peoples. Amidst an ever-changing international landscape, China and Cambodia, as ironclad friends, should keep the big picture in mind, adopt a long-term perspective, and steadfastly follow the path of friendship opened by the older generation of Chinese and Cambodian leaders. The two sides should maintain unwavering solidarity, enable each other's success, promote the well-being of their people, and contribute to peace, stability, and prosperity of the region.President Xi stressed that China supports Cambodia in safeguarding national stability, upholding independence, and achieving development and revitalization. China will, through the China-Cambodia Intergovernmental Coordination Committee, work with Cambodia to deepen "Diamond Hexagon" cooperation, advance both the Industrial and Technological Corridor and the Fish and Rice Corridor, expand trade ties, and help Cambodia enhance its capacity for self-reliant development. The two sides need to resolutely crack down on cross-border crimes such as online gambling and telecom fraud, so as to protect the life and property of the two peoples.Prime Minister Hun Manet noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The Chinese people forged peace with courage and unity, which is truly admirable. The traditional friendship between Cambodia and China has grown ever stronger over time. Cambodia appreciates China's long-standing, valuable support and assistance. Despite the changing international landscape, Cambodia will firmly pursue a policy of friendship toward China, remain firmly committed to the one-China principle, and firmly support the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative put forward by China. President Xi's historic state visit to Cambodia last April yielded fruitful outcomes. Cambodia looks forward to working with China to implement the important consensus reached during the visit, deepen the ironclad friendship between the two countries, lend each other support on issues involving their core interests and major concerns, expand cooperation in trade, investment and infrastructure, combat online gambling and telecom fraud, and further advance the two countries' all-weather community with a shared future.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.
President Xi Jinping Meets with U.N. Secretary General António Guterres
On the afternoon of August 30, President Xi Jinping met with United Nations Secretary General António Guterres at the Tianjin Guest House, who was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025.President Xi noted that the founding of the United Nations was the most important decision made by the international community at the end of the Second World War. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and the founding of the United Nations. History teaches that multilateralism, solidarity and cooperation are the right way to address global challenges. We should rededicate ourselves to the founding mission of the U.N., reaffirm our commitment to the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter, and enable the U.N. to respond to the changing situation with enhanced authority and vitality, so that it will remain the premier platform for coordinating actions among countries and responding to common challenges. As a permanent member of the U.N. Security Council, China always stands firmly on the right side of history and practices true multilateralism. China will always be a trustworthy partner of the U.N. China will deepen cooperation with the organization, support its central role in international affairs, and work with the U.N. to shoulder responsibility for safeguarding world peace and promoting development and prosperity.President Xi stressed that amidst the once-in-a-century transformations, China is a source of stability and certainty. We will continue to create new opportunities for the world through China's new development and work with other countries to create a better future through the building of a community with a shared future for humanity, the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.Secretary General Guterres expressed his gratitude for China's strong and solid support to the U.N. He noted that at a time when multilateralism, international law and the authority of the United Nations are being challenged, and the international governance architecture is in urgent need of reform, it is all the more important to recall the founding mission and values that led to the creation of the U.N. 80 years ago. China has made significant contributions to safeguarding international law and ensuring international rule of law, and has been a cornerstone of multilateralism. The U.N. will strengthen cooperation with China to uphold the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter, defend the basic norms of international relations, advance a multipolar world, enhance the representation of developing countries, and enable the U.N. to play a greater role in international affairs. The two sides need to strengthen cooperation in areas such as the reform of the global governance system, artificial intelligence, and climate response, so as to better serve the wellbeing of humanity.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.?
President Xi Jinping and His Wife Meet with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk
On the morning of August 26, 2025, President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan had a cordial meeting with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk at Zhongnanhai.President Xi Jinping expressed his warm welcome to King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk for visiting China again, and welcomed King Norodom Sihamoni’s attendance at the Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. President Xi noted that during his state visit to Cambodia in April this year, he was accorded a warm and friendly reception by the King and the Cambodian people, of which he still has fond memories. The China-Cambodia relations have withstood the test of the shifting international landscape, and the two countries have forged an ironclad friendship featuring mutual assistance in trying times. The relationship has become a valuable asset for the two peoples and should be held dear by both sides. At a time of transformation and turbulence, it is important for China and Cambodia to stand together more firmly, carry forward the long-standing friendship, enhance solidarity and collaboration, accelerate the building of an all-weather China-Cambodia community with a shared future in the new era, and bring more benefits to the two peoples. China firmly supports the Cambodian people in following a development path that fits its national conditions and realizing lasting peace and security in the country.?King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk expressed their great pleasure to visit China again and attend upon invitation the Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The Chinese people made significant contributions to safeguarding world peace, which should always be remembered. President Xi paid a historic state visit to Cambodia in April, in which the two sides reviewed their friendship, discussed cooperation, and achieved important outcomes. Cambodia always views its relations with China from a strategic perspective, and is ready to carry forward the long-standing friendly relations between the two countries and work with China to build an all-weather Cambodia-China community with a shared future in the new era.Wang Yi attended the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Russian State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin
On the morning of August 26, President Xi Jinping met with Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Vyacheslav Volodin at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.?President Xi pointed out that, in today's world of turbulence and transformation, the China-Russia relationship is unparalleled in terms of stability, maturity and strategic significance among the major-country relations. Promoting high-level development of China-Russia relations with tireless efforts serves the fundamental interest of the two peoples and provides a source of stability for world peace. President Xi recalled his state visit to Russia in May and participation in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War. Next week, China will hold grand events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. China and the Soviet Union were the principal theaters of the Second World War (WWII) in Asia and Europe respectively. The two countries made immense national sacrifice in resisting the aggression of Japanese militarism and German Nazism, contributing tremendously to the victory in WWII. It is important that the two sides carry forward traditional friendship, deepen strategic mutual trust, strengthen exchanges and cooperation across the board, jointly safeguard their security and development interests, promote solidarity with other Global South countries, commit to true multilateralism, and work for a more just and equitable international order.President Xi emphasized that cooperation between legislative bodies is an indispensable part of the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era. It is hoped that the two sides will actively share experience on governance and lawmaking in order to provide more robust legislative guarantees for China-Russia strategic coordination and comprehensive cooperation under the new circumstances.Chairman Volodin conveyed to President Xi the cordial greetings and best wishes from President Putin. Volodin said that under the strategic guidance of the two presidents, Russia-China relations have seen further development and yielded fruitful outcomes. The Russian State Duma is committed to acting in line with the important consensus between the two presidents, reinforcing exchanges and cooperation between the legislative bodies, and working hard to make the bilateral relationship even more productive. Eight decades ago, people in the Soviet Union and China made great contributions to the victory over fascism. Russia will join China in celebrating this hard-won victory, honoring fallen heroes, and working for a better future.?Wang Yi and Peng Qinghua were present at the meeting.
Xi Jinping Has a Phone Call with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
On August 12, President Xi Jinping had a phone call?with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at?the latter's request.Xi Jinping pointed out that China-Brazil relations are at their best in history, with a good start and strong momentum in building the China-Brazil community with a shared future and aligning development strategies. China is ready?to work with Brazil to seize opportunities, strengthen coordination, deliver?more mutually beneficial cooperation outcomes, set an example of uniting for strength among major Global South countries,?and build a more just world and sustainable planet.Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said?that Brazil attaches great importance to its relations with China and looks forward to strengthening cooperation?with China, deepening strategic alignment, and promoting greater development of?bilateral relations. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva briefed on Brazil's current relationship with the United States and Brazil's principled?stance on firmly safeguarding its sovereignty. He appreciated China's efforts?to uphold multilateralism?and?free trade rules, and its responsible role in international affairs. Brazil is ready?to enhance communication and coordination with China within BRICS and other multilateral mechanisms, oppose unilateralism and?bullying?acts, and safeguard the common interests of all countries.Xi Jinping said?that China supports the Brazilian people in defending national sovereignty and supports Brazil in safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests. Countries should unite in unequivocally?opposing unilateralism and protectionism. The BRICS mechanism is an important platform for building?consensus in?the Global South. He congratulated Brazil on successfully?hosting the BRICS Summit. Global South countries should join hands to uphold international fairness and justice, safeguard the basic norms governing international relations, and protect?the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries. China and Brazil should?continue to work together to address global challenges, ensure the success of the United Nations?Climate Change Conference in Belém, and promote the role of the "Friends for?Peace"?group in facilitating?the?political settlement of?the Ukraine crisis.
