China's Xi Jinping Congratulates South Korea's New President Lee Jae-myung

China Congratulates South Korea's New President: Xi Jinping's Message Highlights Bilateral Cooperation Beijing, China – In a significant diplomatic move, Chinese President Xi Jinping extended his congratulations to Lee Jae-myung on his recent election as South Korea's 21st president. The message, delivered through Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, emphasized the importance of the bilateral relationship and the commitment to strengthening cooperation between the two nations. "China and South Korea are each other's important close neighbors and cooperation partners," stated Lin Jian in a press briefing, which was captured in a short video released by People's Daily. "China highly values its relations with the ROK and stands ready to work with the ROK to cherish the shared commitment that led to the establishment of diplomatic ties." The video shows Lin Jian delivering a prepared statement, underscoring the official nature of the announcement. The message signals a continuation of diplomatic engagement and a desire for mutually beneficial partnerships between the two East Asian powers. Further details on the content of President Xi's message are expected to be released through official channels. The emphasis on win-win cooperation suggests a focus on economic and strategic collaboration in the future. This positive diplomatic gesture sets a hopeful tone for the relationship between China and South Korea under the new South Korean administration.