China is ready to work with Ecuador to further deepen and solidify the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping said during his meeting with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa in Beijing on Friday.
Xi extended his welcome to Noboa, who is in China to attend the 2025 Summer Davos forum, and recalled his state visit to the South American country back in 2016.
"China-Ecuador relations have been enjoying a sound momentum of growth in recent years. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Ecuador. China always views its relations with Ecuador from a strategic height and long-term perspective, and stands ready to join hands with Ecuador to further deepen and solidify our comprehensive strategic partnership, so as to better benefit the people of the two countries," Xi said.
For his part, President Noboa said that Ecuador will always remember China's support.
"China's achievements over the years are impressive. Only by cooperating with countries like China that have made huge development and achievements, can we better realize the long-cherished aspiration of the people," he said.
China to further deepen, solidify comprehensive strategic partnership with Ecuador: Xi
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday that Seoul firmly adheres to the one-China principle, in comments made ahead of his upcoming state visit to China.
The remarks were made in an interview with China Media Group (CMG). The visit is scheduled for Jan 4–7.
"The consensus reached between governments of the Republic of Korea and China when diplomatic relations were established continues to be the fundamental principle governing our relations, and its effectiveness remains steadfast. I want to clearly state that the ROK has always adhered to the one-China principle. Maintaining peace and stability in regional matters, including in Northeast Asia and concerning the Taiwan issue, holds significant importance to us," said Lee.
"The foundational relationship between the ROK and China was established on a very principled and fundamental basis from the beginning. It is clear that the ROK government has always adhered to this position and has never wavered from it. I believe that the sound development of ROK-China relations depends on both sides fully respecting each other's core interests and being mutually tolerant of each other's positions. In this context, we will, as always, uphold the one-China principle as the Taiwan issue is China's most fundamental concern," he said.
ROK president reiterates firm adherence to one-China principle
