China to strengthen ties with EU, Singapore after leaders’ calls
(VOVWORLD) - In a phone conversation with European Council President Charles Michel, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday it is necessary for China and the European Union (EU) to strengthen strategic communication and jointly promote the healthy and stable development of China-EU relations, which is in the interests of both sides.
 Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses a meeting in Beijing on October 14, 2021. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA) |
Xi also said that China and the EU are two major independent forces and comprehensive strategic partners.
The same day, President Xi had a phone conversation with Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, during which President Xi suggested the two countries step up cooperation to address post-pandemic challenges for development. He laid stress on improvement of social welfare and regional development and prosperity.