Poster: Highlight from President Xi Jinping's signed article in Peruvian media

On November 14, 2024, during his state visit to Peru and participation in the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, Chinese President Xi Jinping published a signed article titled "China-Peru Friendship: Setting Sail Toward an Even Brighter Future" in the Peruvian newspaper El Peruano.

The article emphasizes the deep historical and cultural connections between China and Peru, which have been strengthened through mutual respect, cultural exchange, and practical cooperation.

Here are the highlights from the article.

-- This bond of friendship and affection is rooted in the wisdom of our ancient civilizations.

-- The bond of our friendship and affection has become stronger through China-Peru win-win cooperation.

-- We have proven through concrete actions that China is a trustworthy friend that Peru can rely on in crucial moments.

-- Peru is the first Latin American country to sign a package FTA with China. It is also among the first in Latin America to participate in cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative.

-- Both China and Peru are striving for a better life for the people.

-- We must build on our traditional friendship to expand and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation across the board, and make it more responsive to the requirements of the new era.

-- Our two countries should stand up to the responsibility to our times concerning mutual learning among civilizations.

-- We should explore the establishment of a global network for dialogue and cooperation among civilizations, and support their exchanges and mutual learning.

-- China firmly supports Peru’s presidency of APEC and will work closely with Peru to ensure a successful and productive meeting, enhance Asia-Pacific cooperation with a “Lima Imprint,” and make new contributions to building an Asia-Pacific community with a shared future.

-- On a new historical juncture, China is ready to work hand in hand with our Peruvian friends with one heart and with the same goal and steer the ship of our friendship toward an even brighter future.