Guess who's leveling up in the political game? 🎮 Shigeru Ishiba has just been elected as Japan's new Prime Minister, and the congratulations are already rolling in!
Chinese President Xi Jinping wasted no time in sending his best wishes to Ishiba on Tuesday. Xi emphasized that China and Japan are neighbors \"separated by a strip of water,\" highlighting the close proximity and shared history between the two countries. 🌊
\"It serves the fundamental interests of our peoples for both sides to walk a road of peaceful coexistence, everlasting friendship, mutually beneficial cooperation, and common development,\" Xi said. Sounds like he's ready to swipe right on a better relationship! 🤝
Xi also expressed hope that Japan will work with China to uphold the principles and consensus established in the four political documents between the two nations. He's calling for a \"strategic relationship of mutual benefit in an all-round way\" to build a constructive and stable China-Japan relationship that meets the needs of the new era. Talk about squad goals! ✨
But wait, there's more! On the same day, Chinese Premier Li Qiang also sent his congratulations to Ishiba. Li emphasized the importance of maintaining the political foundation of bilateral relations and enhancing friendship, mutual trust, and cooperation. He said this would better benefit the people of both countries. Double high-fives all around! 🙌
With these warm messages, it looks like a new chapter is beginning for China and Japan. Here's hoping for more collabs and fewer conflicts. Stay tuned, amigos! 📺
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Xi Jinping extends congratulations to Ishiba on election as Japan's PM
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