On August 1, President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with Nepalese President Bidya Devi Bhandari to celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Nepal.
Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Nepal are connected by mountains and rivers, with a long history of friendly exchanges. Over the past 70 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties, regardless of changes in the international and regional landscape, the two countries have always respected each other, treated each other as equals, and engaged in mutually beneficial cooperation, setting an example of friendly coexistence between nations with different social systems and sizes. In recent years, China-Nepal relations have developed in a healthy and stable manner, with political trust continuously strengthening. The joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and cooperation in various fields have expanded, further deepening the strategic partnership of cooperation between China and Nepal for development and prosperity.
Xi Jinping emphasized that he highly values the development of China-Nepal relations and is willing to work together to take the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties as an opportunity to promote traditional friendship, strengthen exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and ensure that the bilateral relationship brings greater benefits to the peoples of both countries, contributing to regional peace and development.
Bhandari stated that over the past 70 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Nepal and China have consistently upheld mutual trust, sovereign equality, and peaceful coexistence, with their friendship standing the test of time. China is a trustworthy neighbor and development partner for Nepal. Nepal appreciates China’s long-term support for its development and respect for its sovereignty and independence. Nepal firmly adheres to the One-China principle and looks forward to working hand in hand with China to further deepen cooperation in all fields, achieving shared aspirations for peace, progress, and prosperity.
On the same day, Premier Li Qiang exchanged congratulatory messages with Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Li Qiang stated that China highly values the development of China-Nepal relations and is willing to work with Nepal to take the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties as an opportunity to accelerate high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and exchanges in various fields, further advancing the strategic partnership of cooperation between the two countries for development and prosperity.
Oli expressed that Nepal and China have consistently developed friendly relations based on the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence. Nepal highly appreciates China’s respect for its sovereignty, independence, and independently chosen development path, and admires China’s remarkable historical achievements. Looking ahead, Nepal will continue to commit to implementing agreements reached between the two countries, ensuring tangible benefits for both peoples.
