In a significant move towards enhancing international cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of all-round mutually beneficial collaboration with Kyrgyzstan during talks with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Beijing.
Xi highlighted the strong bond between the two nations, describing them as good neighbors, friends, and partners. He noted that recent years have seen a leap-forward in China-Kyrgyzstan relations, elevating their comprehensive strategic partnership to new heights in the modern era.
Focusing on the Belt and Road Initiative, Xi called for high-quality cooperation to deepen economic and trade ties. This includes importing more quality goods from Kyrgyzstan and supporting Chinese enterprises looking to invest and start businesses in the country. He also stressed the importance of protecting the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese investors in Kyrgyzstan.
Infrastructure development is a key component of this partnership. Xi urged the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway with top-notch standards, modernizing existing ports, and increasing passenger and freight flights to facilitate easier movement of people and goods. 🚄✈️
Beyond infrastructure, the leaders are set to expand cooperation in cutting-edge fields like cross-border e-commerce, big data, and artificial intelligence, aiming to create new growth opportunities for both nations. Additionally, cultural exchanges through institutions like the Chinese Cultural Center and the Confucius Institute will play a vital role in strengthening the friendship between China and Kyrgyzstan. 🎓💼
In return, President Japarov expressed unwavering support for China on key issues and committed to advancing partnerships in various sectors, including industry, investment, trade, transportation, e-commerce, and education. The meeting concluded with the signing of a joint statement, a Belt and Road cooperation plan, and several other agreements spanning diplomacy, economy, trade, and agriculture.
This robust collaboration aims to build a China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future, fostering sustainable growth and mutual prosperity for the years to come.
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Xi calls for all-round mutually beneficial cooperation with Kyrgyzstan
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