Chinese President Xi Jinping and Swedish King Carl XVI Gustaf celebrated a milestone on Friday, exchanging heartfelt messages on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between their countries.
President Xi highlighted that Sweden was among the first European nations to establish diplomatic ties with the People’s Republic of China. Over the past 75 years, he noted, China-Sweden relations have remained stable and fruitful, with expanded cooperation in economy, trade, science, technology, education, and cultural exchanges.
Expressing his commitment to the bilateral relationship, Xi stated his readiness to work with King Carl XVI Gustaf to use this anniversary as a new starting point. He emphasized enhancing political trust, deepening practical cooperation, promoting people-to-people exchanges, and supporting multilateralism and free trade. These efforts aim to benefit both nations and contribute to global peace and prosperity.
King Carl XVI Gustaf conveyed his sincere wishes for the ongoing deepening of close cooperation between Sweden and China. He expressed his hope for the continuous development of friendly relations, marking this anniversary as a significant chapter in their shared history.
