On a recent diplomatic trip charting the course for the future, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visits to France, Serbia and Hungary, from May 5 to 10, have marked a significant stride in fortifying China’s ties with these European nations. This tour was Xi’s first international trip of 2024. Over the course of six days, Xi participated in more than 30 events, consolidating bilateral relations and heralding a new era of collaboration between China and the European Union (EU), according to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
Speaking at a press briefing on May 11, Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that the journey carried a profound commitment to deepening friendships, enhancing mutual trust and crafting a visionary
