On February 10, 2025, President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolences to Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba over the passing of Namibia's founding President Sam Nujoma. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi Jinping expressed deep condolences over the passing of former President Sam Nujoma, and extended sincere sympathy to the family of former President Sam Nujoma, as well as to the Namibian government and people.Xi Jinping noted that former President Sam Nujoma was a statesman and revolutionary of the older generation in Africa who made historic contributions in leading the Namibian people in their pursuit and realization of national independence and liberation, as well as in the efforts to explore a development path suited to the country's conditions. During his lifetime, he remained firmly committed to friendship with China and actively promoted traditional China-Namibia friendship and China-Africa friendship and cooperation. His passing is a tremendous loss for the people of Namibia, and the Chinese people have also lost an old and dear friend. The Chinese government and people deeply cherish the traditional friendship between China and Namibia. Xi Jinping expressed the belief that with the joint efforts of both sides, China and Namibia will achieve even greater progress in the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.

On the afternoon of February 7, 2025, President Xi Jinping met in Harbin with President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Thomas Bach, who is in China for the opening ceremony of the Ninth Asian Winter Games.Xi Jinping pointed out that in recent years, China successfully delivered the Beijing Olympic Winter Games, the Chengdu FISU World University Games and the Hangzhou Asian Games, and the Asian Winter Games will open in Harbin tonight. These major sports events have demonstrated the close cooperation between China and the IOC. The Olympic spirit is an important part of human civilization, and highly consistent with China's goal of building itself into a great modern socialist country and advancing the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation through a Chinese path to modernization and its vision of building a community with a shared future for mankind. China will integrate the Olympic spirit with the fine traditional Chinese culture, vigorously develop its sports sector, and move toward the goal of building itself into a country strong in sports and health, which will continuously make new contributions to the cause of international sports. We will continue working with the IOC to promote the robust development of the Olympic Movement.Thomas Bach thanked China for its strong support for the IOC over the years. China successfully hosted the splendid and memorable Beijing Olympic Winter Games and other major events, making significant contributions to the international Olympic cause. China advocates and practices the concepts of solidarity, cooperation, equality and respect, upholds multilateralism, opposes the politicization of sports, and supports the broad participation of developing countries in international sports, vigorously driving the healthy development of the Olympic Movement. Thomas Bach expressed his confidence that China will continue to play a bigger role in the cause of world peace, development and progress with its greater development achievements and that the Asian Winter Games in Harbin will be a complete success.Cai Qi, Wang Yi and Shen Yiqin were present at the meeting.

On the evening of February 7, 2025, as the dream of winter shone brightly with ice and snow, a magnificent chapter was written demonstrating love among Asia. The Ninth Asian Winter Games kicked off in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province with a grand opening ceremony. President Xi Jinping attended it and declared the Asian Winter Games open.Cai Qi and leaders and dignitaries from across Asia attended the opening ceremony.In the dark sky at night, the Harbin International Convention and Exhibition Sports Center was ablaze with dazzling lights. Before the opening ceremony, people from all over Heilongjiang Province presented performances with local characteristics that passionately illuminated the ambiance on the site.At 7:58 p.m., amid the music of "Peace – a Community with a Shared Future", Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, together with President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach and Vice President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) Timothy Tsun Ting Fok, among others, stepped onto the podium and waved to the audience, which erupted in prolonged warm applause.Accompanied by the touching melody of "I Love You, China", eight honor guards walked into the venue with vigorous steps, escorting the national flag of the People's Republic of China (PRC). All the audience stood up and sang the national anthem of the PRC loudly, as the bright Five-Starred Red Flag rose slowly.On the big screen, a short video "Glazed Moments" was played, featuring children dressed in festive New Year attire holding ice lanterns, illuminating the iconic landmark of Harbin. The welcoming performance "Ice Lanterns Ignite Dreams" followed, with spinning ice crystal handkerchief flowers symbolizing the host's warm hospitality to guests from all corners of the world.The entry ceremony of athletes kicked off at 8:08 p.m. Amidst the joyful melody of "Asia of Ice and Snow", the sports delegations from 34 countries and regions entered the venue one after another and received a heartfelt welcome from the audience. The sports delegation of China as the host country entered last amidst the stirring melody of "Ode to the Motherland". Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan stood up and waved, and the stadium was filled with cheers and applause. The Chinese delegation consists of 257 members, including 170 athletes to compete in 64 events of 6 sports at this Asian Winter Games.In her speech, President of the Ninth Asian Winter Games Harbin 2025 Organizing Committee and Governor of Heilongjiang Province Liang Huiling, on behalf of the organizing committee and the over 30 million people in Heilongjiang, extended warm welcome to athletes from different countries and regions across Asia, and wished them success in breaking personal records, showcasing their talents, realizing their dreams, and forging friendships on the field.President of the Ninth Asian Winter Games Harbin 2025 Organizing Committee and President of the Chinese Olympic Committee (COC) Gao Zhidan said in his speech, "Thanks to the cordial care and firm leadership of President Xi Jinping, a magnificent Asian Winter Games will open soon. Let us fully embrace the vibrant manifestations of Chinese modernization, join hands to paint a splendid picture of new glories in Asian sports, and jointly compose a spectacular symphony for the Asian community with a shared future."In his speech, OCA Vice President Timothy Tsun Ting Fok affirmed China's significant role in the development of winter sports in Asia. He expressed gratitude to the Chinese government, the COC, the People's Government of Heilongjiang Province, the Harbin Municipal People's Government, and the Ninth Asian Winter Games Harbin 2025 Organizing Committee for their meticulous preparations and collaboration. He also praised athletes, audience, and staff for their support, and lauded Harbin as the "Dream City of Ice and Snow".The opening ceremony reached its climax at 8:51 p.m. when President Xi Jinping declared the Ninth Asian Winter Games Harbin open! Upon this, the audience erupted in cheers and applause, and the sky was lit up with glamorous fireworks.Six excellent representatives of Chinese athletes entered, holding the flag of the OCA. Amid the anthem of the OCA, the flag rose slowly and fluttered high alongside the Chinese Five-Starred Red Flag.Athletes Ning Zhongyan and Cai Xuetong, and referees Zhang Chunhui and Chen Wenhong took the oath respectively on behalf of all participating athletes and referees.Subsequently, a short video "A Dynamic Winter" turned the attention of all the audience to the big screen: the people of Harbin, who revel in the joys of ice and snow, showcased the urban fervor of the "City Hosting Two Asian Winter Games".Then the gala performance began, comprising three chapters. Chapter One, "Blazing Ice and Snow", began with the resounding shout of ice harvesters. With tools in hand, they dance upon ice with strength and grace. The first block of ice breaks free from the Songhua River, adorned with flowing crimson silk that soars like a fiery ribbon through the winter air, illuminating the Asian Winter Games' emblem of "Surpass". In this frozen wonderland, ballet dancers glide with ethereal poise, weaving a glorious tapestry where nature meets culture. In Chapter Two, "Passion in Motion", athletes soar across the arena with breathtaking grace, igniting the passion of ice and snow. Joyful crowds dance and the lovable "Snowman" makes a delightful appearance, adding to a marvelous carnival across the Ice City of Harbin. In Chapter Three, "Everlasting Friendship", dancers adorned in the distinctive attire of Asian countries and regions move with graceful elegance, showcasing the rich diversity of Asia and the spirit of unity in diversity. A unique "Balcony Concert" unfolds from the stage to the audience. Soaring notes strike the chords of a shared future, stirring the hearts of Asia in perfect harmony.At 9:24 p.m., the lighting ceremony of the cauldron began. The big screen linked live to the sub-venue, Harbin Ice and Snow World, where torchbearers Yang Yang, Han Xiaopeng, Wang Zhen, and Zhang Hong passed the flame in a relay, earning a thunderous round of applause from the audience. The torchbearers, joined by children holding ice lanterns, lit the lilac-shaped cauldron, and the sacred flame of the Asian Winter Games blazed brightly.All the audience sang the official song "Light up Asia", turning the entire stadium into a sea of joy.The international dignitaries attending the opening ceremony included Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and his wife Aigul Japarova, President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra, and Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won-shik and his wife Shin Kyung-hye.Wang Yi, He Lifeng, Wang Xiaohong and Shen Yiqin attended the opening ceremony.The opening ceremony was also attended by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region John Lee Ka Chiu and the Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region Sam Hou Fai.The opening ceremony was also attended by OCA officials, among others.

On the afternoon of February 7, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Sun Island Hotel in Harbin with Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Woo Won-shik, who is in China for the opening ceremony of the Ninth Asian Winter Games.Xi Jinping noted that since the establishment of diplomatic relations over 30 years ago, China and the ROK have continuously developed their relations and boosted bilateral cooperation, contributing to regional peace and development. China's policy toward the ROK remains stable. As uncertainties are rising in the international and regional landscapes, it is important for China and the ROK to work together to consolidate and grow their strategic cooperative partnership. Noting that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the 80th anniversary of ROK's liberation, Xi Jinping said both sides should organize well the commemorative activities. The two sides should deepen mutually integrated beneficial economic and trade relations, which is in the common interests of the people of both countries. Both sides should increase people-to-people and cultural exchanges to strengthen the friendship between the two peoples. He also called on the two sides to support each other in hosting the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting this year and next year respectively.Woo Won-shik said that the ROK-China cooperation has played an important role in their respective development. He said the friendship with China is one of the core elements of the ROK's foreign policy and will remain unchanged. The ROK is willing to work with China to elevate bilateral relations to a new level in the new year. He expressed the hope that the two countries will strengthen economic and trade cooperation, ensure the stability of global industrial and supply chains, expand personnel exchanges and enhance friendship. He called on the two sides to jointly commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, and support each other in hosting the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting this year and next year respectively.Wang Yi attended the meeting.

At noon on February 7, 2025, President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan held a banquet at the Sun Island Hotel in Harbin City, Heilongjiang Province to welcome international dignitaries who are in China to attend the opening ceremony of the Ninth Asian Winter Games Harbin.They are Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and his wife Aigul Japarova, President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won-shik and his wife Shin Kyung-hye as well as President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach and Vice President of the Olympic Council of Asia Timothy Tsun Ting Fok, and others.Harbin, the "Ice City", is adorned in silver and white during the Spring Festival, and the snow promises a fruitful year.Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan exchanged New Year greetings with the distinguished guests, shook hands warmly, and posed for a group photo.Forty children dressed in traditional Chinese and foreign ethnic costumes sang the beautiful Heilongjiang folk song "The Wusuli River Boat Song" to warmly welcome the international dignitaries.Inside the banquet hall, the dazzling event for winter sports intertwined with the vibrant atmosphere of the Chinese New Year, creating a festive and harmonious mood.Xi Jinping delivered remarks and extended a warm welcome on behalf of the Chinese government and people to international dignitaries who are in China to attend the opening ceremony of the Ninth Asian Winter Games.Xi Jinping pointed out that the cauldron of the Ninth Asian Winter Games will be lit tonight. From the Olympic Winter Games Beijing to the Asian Winter Games Harbin, the passion in China for ice and snow has swept across the nation. It has also invigorated winter sports around the world. The current Asian Winter Games sets a new record in its history in the numbers of participating countries, regions and athletes. Xi Jinping expressed the belief that with the joint efforts of the Olympic Council of Asia and delegations from all participating countries and regions, Harbin will present to the world a great sports event that is distinctly Chinese, uniquely Asian and spectacular, thus writing a new, magnificent chapter of ice and snow sports.Xi Jinping stressed that the theme of the Ninth Asian Winter Games - "Dream of Winter, Love among Asia" - embodies the shared aspiration and desire of the Asian people for peace, development and friendship. The Asian countries should uphold the shared dream for tranquility and harmony, and contribute Asian strength to building an equal and orderly multipolar world. The Asian countries should pursue the shared aspiration for prosperity and development, and provide sustained drive for a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization. The Asian countries should fulfill the shared desire for friendship and affinity, and contribute more to the development and progress of human civilization.Xi Jinping noted that Harbin is the birthplace of China's modern winter sports. Ice and snow are as valuable as gold and silver. The ice and snow culture and economy are becoming a new driving force for the high-quality development of Harbin and a new bond linking the city and the world. Everyone is welcome to explore this hospitable, open and inclusive land of black soil, and to trace the path of Chinese modernization. May everyone have beautiful and unforgettable memories of ice and snow in Harbin. He wishes all athletes excellent performance with the agility of the snake in the Year of the Snake.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, He Lifeng, Wang Xiaohong, and Shen Yiqin, among others, attended the event.Before the start of the welcoming banquet, the distinguished guests enjoyed a display showcasing the intangible cultural heritage of Heilongjiang.

On February 7, 2025, President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with President of Colombia Gustavo Petro to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.Xi Jinping pointed out that since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Colombia 45 years ago, the two sides have pushed forward the continuous development of bilateral relations based on the principle of equality and mutual respect. In October 2023, President Gustavo Petro paid a successful state visit to China, during which the two heads of state held fruitful talks and jointly announced the establishment of a strategic partnership between the two countries, ushering China-Colombia relations into a new era. Colombia is an important country in Latin America and will assume the rotating presidency of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States this year. Xi Jinping said that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Colombia relations and is ready to work with President Gustavo Petro to push for in-depth and substantive progress in the China-Colombia strategic partnership and jointly build a community with a shared future between China and Latin American and Caribbean states.Gustavo Petro said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Colombia and China have achieved fruitful results in the development of bilateral relations, which has benefited the two peoples. Frequent high-level visits between the two countries have strongly boosted bilateral cooperation in various fields and fostered closer bonds between the two peoples. After taking office as President, Gustavo Petro paid a state visit to China, and bilateral relations have been continuously strengthened with the continuous growth of trade and investment. The Colombian side is willing to work with China to jointly promote world peace, energy transition, climate change response and other global agendas of mutual interest and concern.

Harbin, February 7, 2025Distinguished Colleagues,Your Excellency IOC President Thomas Bach,Your Excellency OCA Vice President Timothy Tsun Ting Fok,Ladies and Gentlemen,Friends,As the Chinese people celebrate the Spring Festival, I wish to extend, on behalf of the Chinese government and people, and also in the name of my wife and myself, a warm welcome and festive greetings to all the distinguished guests!The cauldron of the Ninth Asian Winter Games will be lit tonight. From the Olympic Winter Games Beijing to the Asian Winter Games Harbin, the passion in China for ice and snow has swept across the nation. It has also invigorated winter sports around the world. The current Asian Winter Games sets a new record in its history in the numbers of participating countries, regions and athletes. I believe that with the joint efforts of the Olympic Council of Asia and delegations from all participating countries and regions, Harbin will present to the world a great sports event that is distinctly Chinese, uniquely Asian and spectacular, thus writing a new, magnificent chapter of ice and snow sports.The theme of the Ninth Asian Winter Games—"Dream of Winter, Love among Asia"—embodies the shared aspiration and desire of the Asian people for peace, development and friendship.We should uphold our shared dream for tranquility and harmony. Peace is as pure as ice and snow. No matter how the international landscape evolves, we should join hands together to meet all kinds of security challenges and contribute Asian strength to building an equal and orderly multipolar world.We should pursue our shared aspiration for prosperity and development. Winter sports are fascinating because they require passion and collaboration. We should work together to promote progress and development, and provide sustained drive for a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.We should fulfill our shared desire for friendship and affinity. Every snowflake is unique, and every civilization is distinctive. Asia is a convergence of the world’s diverse civilizations. We should promote inclusiveness, coexistence and mutual learning, and contribute more to the development and progress of human civilization.Ladies and Gentlemen,Friends,Harbin, the renowned "Ice City," is the birthplace of China's modern winter sports. We feel truly in here that ice and snow are as valuable as gold and silver. The ice and snow culture and economy are becoming a new driving force for the high-quality development of Harbin and a new bond linking the city and the world. We welcome you to explore this hospitable, open and inclusive land of black soil, and to trace the path of Chinese modernization.China has just entered the Year of the Snake. Among the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac, the snake represents wisdom and agility. The Year of the Snake will surely brim with vigor and vitality. I wish all athletes excellent performance with the agility of the snake. May you all have beautiful and unforgettable memories of ice and snow in Harbin.Now, I would like to propose a toast:To the great success of the Ninth Asian Winter Games;To the dynamic development of the Olympic Movement;To the solidarity and friendship of the Asian people; andTo the health of all the distinguished guests and your families.Cheers!

On the morning of February 6, 2025, President Xi Jinping met with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who is in China for an official visit, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.Xi Jinping pointed out that The friendship between China and Thailand has been cherished for millennia, and the bond of "China and Thailand being one family" grows ever stronger with time. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations half a century ago, the two countries have adhered to mutual respect, equality, sincerity, mutual trust and mutual assistance, and have always firmly supported each other in safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of China-Thailand diplomatic relations and the "Golden Jubilee of China-Thailand Friendship." The two sides should build on past achievements and work hand in hand to deliver more solid progress in the building of the China-Thailand community with a shared future and deliver more benefits to the two peoples and to the region and the world at large.Xi Jinping stressed that in the face of profound changes unseen in a century, China and Thailand should consolidate strategic mutual trust, firmly support each other, and respond to uncertainties in the external environment with the stability and certainty of China-Thailand relations. China is ready to work with Thailand to synergize development strategies, expand mutually beneficial cooperation, implement well flagship projects such as the China-Thailand Railway, and push for more outcomes of the vision of interconnected development of China, Laos and Thailand at an early date. The two sides should deepen cooperation in emerging areas such as the digital economy and new energy vehicles, and work together to build more stable and unimpeded industrial and supply chains. China appreciates Thailand's effective measures to crack down on online gambling and telecom fraud. The two sides should continue to strengthen law enforcement, security and judicial cooperation, safeguard people's lives and property, and maintain the order of exchanges and cooperation among regional countries. The two sides should deepen mutual understanding and amity, jointly organize colorful activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, and create more projects that will deliver real benefits to the people to their satisfaction, so that China-Thailand friendship will be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people and passed on from generation to generation. China supports Thailand's role as co-chair of the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation, and congratulates Thailand on becoming a BRICS partner country. China is ready to maintain close communication and cooperation with Thailand to firmly defend the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law, enhance unity and cooperation in the Global South, safeguard world peace and promote common development.Paetongtarn Shinawatra said that she is glad to visit China on the occasion of the "Golden Jubilee of Thailand-China Friendship". Over the past 50 years, Thailand-China relations have gone through ups and downs, always helped each other for common development, always trusted and respected each other's core interests, and established a special friendly and cooperative relationship. Thailand firmly pursues the one-China policy and looks forward to working with China to strengthen high-level exchanges, enhance cooperation in connectivity, economy, trade, agriculture and other fields, and promote cultural exchanges and people-to-people affinity, to usher in the next 50 years of shared peace and common prosperity for the benefit of future generations. Thailand is willing to strengthen law enforcement cooperation with China and other neighboring countries, and take resolute and effective measures to crack down on cross-border crimes including online gambling and telecom fraud. Noting that China has always played its role as a responsible major country in international affairs and firmly safeguarded the interests of developing countries, she said Thailand is willing to strengthen coordination and cooperation with China to jointly cope with global challenges.Wang Yi attended the meeting.

Beijing, February 6, 20251. At the invitation of H.E. Mr. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, H.E. Mr. Asif Ali Zardari, President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, paid a state visit to China from February 4 to 8, 2025. During his stay in China, President Zardari will also attend the Opening Ceremony of the Ninth Asian Winter Games.During the visit, President Xi Jinping held talks with President Zardari in a warm and friendly atmosphere. They had an in-depth exchange of views on China-Pakistan relations under the new situation and on the international and regional issues of mutual interests. H.E. Mr. Li Qiang, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, and H.E. Mr. Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, met with President Zardari respectively.2. The two sides agreed that the China-Pakistan All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership is a choice by history and by the people, and enjoys broad support from all walks of life in both countries. Having withstood the test of changing international circumstances, the enduring partnership and iron-clad friendship between China and Pakistan transcends geopolitical interests and is an important positive factor for regional peace, stability and development. The two sides have always understood and supported each other, and have been deepening strategic mutual trust and practical cooperation. The two sides noted that while the transformation not seen in a century is accelerating, the China-Pakistan relationship remains of strategic significance, and any attempt to disrupt or undermine it is bound to fail. The Chinese side reiterated that the China-Pakistan relationship is a priority in its foreign relations and of special significance in China's foreign policy. The Pakistani side underscored that the Pakistan-China relationship is the cornerstone of its foreign policy. The two sides will further deepen high-level political mutual trust, high-level practical cooperation, high-level security cooperation and high-level international coordination, accelerate efforts to build an even closer China-Pakistan Community with a Shared Future in the New Era, and contribute greater strength to common prosperity of the two countries and to peace and development of the region.3. The Pakistani side highly commended and expressed strong support for the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilization Initiative put forth by President Xi Jinping. The two sides agreed to step up international cooperation in this regard to jointly tackle global challenges and foster a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind.4. The Pakistani side spoke highly of the great development achievements made by Chinese people under the guidance of the Communist Party of China and expressed firm support for the Chinese side in advancing the great cause of building a great modern socialist country in all respects and realizing the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation through Chinese modernization. The Chinese side gladly noted Pakistan's National Economic Transformation Plan (Uraan), applauds the new achievements attained by Pakistan in economic reform and national development and wishes Pakistan stability, security, development and prosperity.5. The two sides reaffirmed their unyielding support for each other on issues concerning their respective core interests and major concerns. The two sides stressed that the authority of the U.N. General Assembly Resolution 2758 brooks no question or challenge. The Pakistani side reaffirmed its firm commitment to the one-China principle. It is of the view that Taiwan is an inalienable part of the territory of the People's Republic of China and the Taiwan question is the core of China's core interests. It firmly supports all efforts made by China to achieve national reunification and resolutely opposes all forms of "Taiwan independence." Pakistan will also firmly support China on issues related to Xinjiang, Xizang, Hong Kong and the South China Sea. The Chinese side reiterated its firm support for Pakistan in defending its national sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, and its support for Pakistan's efforts to safeguard national security, stability, development and prosperity.6. The two sides agreed to strengthen high-level interactions, enhance exchanges and cooperation across various departments and at different levels between central governments, local authorities, legislative bodies and political parties, and carry out in-depth exchanges of governance experience.7. The Pakistani side reiterated its strongest condemnation of the terrorist attacks in Pakistan involving Chinese personnel. It reaffirmed that ensuring the safety and security of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan is the foremost responsibility of Pakistani government as China's All-weather Strategic Cooperative partner and the host country. The Chinese nationals in Pakistan have made important contributions to Pakistan's national construction and the improvement of people's livelihoods and serve as a strong force helping boost Pakistan's development, progress and prosperity. The Pakistani side expressed its sincere gratitude to the leadership and the people of China for their longstanding and invaluable support to Pakistan.The two sides reiterated their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations with a zero-tolerance attitude, and agreed to further strengthen bilateral and multilateral cooperation on counter terrorism. The Pakistani side will continue to make all efforts to investigate into the terrorist attacks involving Chinese personnel and bring the perpetrators to justice. It will also further increase input into security, and take targeted and enhanced measures to effectively ensure the safety and security of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan, and create a safe environment for cooperation between the two countries. The Chinese side spoke highly of Pakistan's unremitting efforts and tremendous sacrifices in combating terrorism, and expressed its willingness to provide necessary support for Pakistan's counter terrorism capacity building.8. The Pakistani side spoke highly of the Belt and Road Initiative put forth by President Xi Jinping. The two sides agreed to promote the implementation of the eight major steps on high-quality Belt and Road cooperation in Pakistan and jointly build a growth corridor, a livelihood-enhancing corridor, an innovation corridor, a green corridor and an open corridor, to create an upgraded version of CPEC, in line with Pakistan's 5Es framework.Recalling the 13th CPEC Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting, the two sides are committed to further leveraging the JCC's functions to strengthen alignment of ideas and coordination of actions for high-quality CPEC development. The Pakistani side appreciated the Chinese side for the successful holding of the seminar on creating an upgraded version of CPEC which helped the Pakistani officials learn the first-hand experience of China's development and offered the Pakistani side valuable learning opportunity. The two sides agreed to hold the 14th JCC meeting as early as possible at a mutually agreed date.9. The two sides reaffirmed that, in accordance with the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, efforts will be made to advance the upgradation of ML-1 in a phased and secure manner. The two sides reiterated that the Karakoram Highway (Raikot-Thakot) realignment project is of great importance to the land connectivity between China and Pakistan, and agreed to reach an early consensus on its implementation and financing.  The two sides welcomed the official inauguration of the new Gwadar International Airport, reaffirmed their commitment to promoting the comprehensive development and operation of the Gwadar Port to further leverage its role as a multimodal logistics hub to boost local economic growth through industrial development. Recognizing the significance of the Gwadar Port, both sides agreed to optimally utilize its potential as a key hub of connectivity and trade.10. The Chinese side reiterated its support to Pakistan's industrialization and development of export-oriented industries. It encourages Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan's qualified Special Economic Zones based on market and business principles. The Pakistani side reiterated its commitment to continuing to improve its business environment and provide a favorable policy framework for Chinese investment. The two sides welcome active participation of third parties in CPEC cooperation. 11. The two sides expressed their willingness to encourage Chinese companies to engage in investment and cooperation in Pakistan's mining industry, and encourage relevant departments of both countries to carry out terrestrial and marine geological survey cooperation. The Pakistani side welcomes Chinese companies' participation in offshore oil and gas explorations.12. The two sides agreed to further strengthen agricultural cooperation and select next batch of projects under the CPEC framework.13. The Pakistani side expressed appreciation for China's important contributions to alleviating power shortages in Pakistan. The two sides agreed to strengthen exchanges in improving efficiency and management of the power system in Pakistan.14. The two sides agreed to enhance cooperation on information technology and promote policy and talent exchanges in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, big data and communication technology. The Chinese side would encourage its technology companies to actively expand their businesses in Pakistan to accelerate Science & Technology cooperation in the high-quality development of CPEC's second phase and develop an innovation corridor.15. The two sides agreed to conduct further consultation on trade liberalization under the framework of the Phase-II of China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement, and actively explore the possible bilateral concessional arrangements based on the spirit of mutual benefit and win-win cooperation. The Chinese side welcomes Pakistani enterprises to make full use of platforms such as the China International Import Expo and the China-South Asia Expo to expand exports to China.The two sides noted with satisfaction their ongoing collaborative efforts to leverage joint ventures in priority areas to enhance the export-oriented industry in Pakistan and encouraged Chinese companies with capabilities to invest in these sectors under the concept of win-win cooperation. The two sides agreed to strengthen joint support for Business-to-Business (B2B) cooperation in both countries and facilitate deeper exchanges and cooperation between business communities of the two countries.The Pakistani side reiterated its high appreciation for China's valuable support for the fiscal and financial stability of Pakistan. Both sides reaffirmed their desire to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the financial and banking sectors, and support each other within regional and international multilateral financial platforms.16. The two sides emphasized that the China-Pakistan cooperation opens to all regions in Pakistan and aims to benefit all Pakistani people. They agreed to continue to carry out cooperation on people's livelihood in areas such as healthcare, agriculture, education, climate response, and disaster prevention and alleviation, and to deliver more "small and beautiful" projects beneficial for the people. The Pakistani side spoke highly of the children's congenital heart disease treatment project and health kits project carried out by the Chinese side in Pakistan. The two sides discussed ways to deepen cooperation in health sector, including in traditional and herbal medicine. Both sides agreed to further enhance human resources development cooperation under the Global Development Initiative.17. The Pakistani side thanked the Chinese side for training Pakistan's agriculture professionals and IT professionals. The two sides agreed to expand cooperation in areas such as education, media, think tanks, youth, films and television to strengthen the bond between the two peoples and enhance mutual learning between civilizations. The Chinese side expressed the readiness to actively support Pakistani students in learning the Chinese language as well as to explore avenues for promoting technical and vocational training.18. The two sides expressed satisfaction at the existing level of cooperation in space and agreed to advance and pursue further progress in this important area for socio-economic purpose. 19. The two sides underscored that strategic defence and security cooperation between China and Pakistan plays an irreplaceable and critical role in maintaining peace, stability and strategic balance in the region. The two sides expressed satisfaction that the two militaries have long enjoyed high-level of mutual trust, high-level cooperation, and high-level coordination. The two sides agreed to maintain the momentum of high-level military-to-military visits and exchanges, and to continuously elevate cooperation in areas of joint training, exercises and military technology.20. The two sides believe that a peaceful and prosperous South Asia is in the common interest of all parties and reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability in South Asia and the need for resolution of all outstanding disputes, and their opposition to any unilateral action. The Pakistani side briefed the Chinese side on the latest developments in the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. The Chinese side reiterated that the Jammu and Kashmir dispute is left over from history and should be properly and peacefully resolved in accordance with the U.N. Charter, relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions and bilateral agreements. 21. The two sides stressed that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter and to true multilateralism. The two countries continue to advocate for dialogue over confrontation, partnerships over alliances and multilateralism over unilateralism and protectionism. They expressed satisfaction with their close cooperation at the U.N. and other multilateral fora, and expressed resolution to further deepen coordination on multilateral issues to uphold common interests of developing countries and international equity and justice.The two sides agreed to maintain close communication and coordination on the issue of Afghanistan, and play a constructive role in helping Afghanistan achieve stable development and integrate into the international community. The two sides reiterated their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations with a zero-tolerance attitude. They called on the Interim Afghan Government to take visible and verifiable actions to dismantle and eliminate all terrorist groups based in Afghanistan which continue to pose a serious threat to regional and global security, and to prevent the use of Afghan territory against other countries.22. The two sides welcome the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, and hope that the agreement will be implemented effectively, leading to a full and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The two sides reaffirmed their support for the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination, including their right to establish an independent State of Palestine. The two sides will work with international community to make unremitting effort for peace and stability in the Middle East.23. During the visit, the two sides signed more than a dozen documents covering cooperation on CPEC, trade, science and technology, people's livelihoods, and media, etc.24. President Zardari expressed appreciation to President Xi Jinping and the Chinese government and people for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation, and invited President Xi Jinping to visit Pakistan at a mutually-convenient time. The two sides agreed to maintain communication on the matter through diplomatic channels.

On the morning of February 6, 2025, President Xi Jinping held talks with Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, who is in China for a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.Xi Jinping pointed out that the traditional friendship between China and Brunei has a time-honored history. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations more than 30 years ago, the two countries have continuously deepened political mutual trust, actively synergized development strategies, and achieved fruitful results in practical cooperation in various fields. The two countries have also maintained good coordination in international and regional affairs, set a fine example of equality and mutual benefit between countries of different sizes, and made positive contributions to regional peace, stability, development and prosperity. The joint building of a China-Brunei community with a shared future conforms to the trend of the times, serves the fundamental interests of the two countries and two peoples, and opens a new chapter in bilateral relations. The two countries should build on the momentum, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation and strategic coordination, respect and trust each other, treat each other with sincerity, and always be good neighbors linked by the sea, good friends with mutual trust, and good partners for common development.Xi Jinping stressed that China is ready to join hands with Brunei on the path of national development and bring more benefits to the two peoples. The two sides should enhance the synergy between the Belt and Road Initiative and Brunei's Wawasan 2035, advance the two flagship projects of the Guangxi-Brunei Economic Corridor and the Hengyi petrochemical project, and build the China-BIMP-EAGA and the "New Land-Sea Corridor" as dual hubs. China is willing to encourage more enterprises to invest and do business in Brunei, and support Brunei's development of digital economy, artificial intelligence and new energy industries to help the country diversify its economy. China supports the two countries in conducting research cooperation on hybrid rice and welcomes Brunei to make good use of such platforms as the China International Import Expo and the China-ASEAN Expo to expand exports of high-quality agricultural and fishery products to China. The two sides should carry forward the fine tradition of people-to-people and cultural exchanges, deepen exchanges and cooperation in education, culture, tourism, and sports and at the sub-national level, jointly promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, safeguard international fairness and justice, and play a positive role in promoting international and regional peace and stability.Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah extended New Year wishes for the Year of the Snake to President Xi Jinping and the Chinese people. He said that under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China has maintained sustained rapid economic growth and lifted hundreds of millions of people out of poverty, which is a remarkable achievement. China puts forward three global initiatives, playing a key role in world peace, stability and development and demonstrating its responsibility as a major country. Brunei and China have always respected and trusted each other, and bilateral relations have continued to grow, with both sides working together towards a Brunei-China community with a shared future. He thanked China for supporting Brunei's economic diversification strategy and said that bilateral cooperation has benefited the people of Brunei. Brunei firmly pursues the one-China policy and is willing to consolidate the strategic cooperative partnership with China to bring more benefits to the two peoples. Brunei is willing to strengthen political mutual trust with China, deepen cooperation in trade, agriculture, fishery, energy and other fields, and promote people-to-people and cultural exchanges. At present, the international community is facing new complex situations and challenges, and Brunei is willing to strengthen cooperation with China, uphold multilateralism and free trade, and safeguard the common interests of developing countries.The two sides issued the Joint Statement between the People's Republic of China and Brunei Darussalam on Advancing the Strategic Cooperative Partnership towards a China-Brunei Community with a Shared Future.After the talks, the two heads of state jointly witnessed the signing of a number of cooperation documents in judicial, Belt and Road cooperation, economy and trade, media and other fields.Before the talks, Xi Jinping held a welcome ceremony for Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah at the North Hall of the Great Hall of the People.A 21-gun salute was fired at Tian'anmen Square. The guard of honor lined up in salutation. As the two heads of state stepped onto the stand, the military band played the national anthems of China and Brunei. Accompanied by Xi Jinping, Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah reviewed the honor guard of the People's Liberation Army and watched the march-past.At noon on the same day, Xi Jinping held a welcome banquet for Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah at the Golden Hall of the Great Hall of the People.Wang Yi was present at the above events.