ChinaXi Jinping and the King of Belgium Exchange Congratulatory Letters on the 55th Anniversary of China-Belgium Diplomatic Relations
CCTV.com News (Xinwen Lianbo): On October 25, President Xi Jinping and King Philippe of Belgium exchanged congratulatory letters to celebrate the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
央视网消息（新闻联播）：10月25日，国家主席习近平同比利时国王菲利普互致贺信，庆祝两国建交55周年。
Xi Jinping noted that, over the 55 years since diplomatic relations were established, China and Belgium have upheld mutual respect, equal treatment, mutual benefit and win-win outcomes, and bilateral relations have developed steadily. Exchanges and cooperation across various fields have produced numerous highlights and fruitful results, while interactions between the peoples of the two countries have grown increasingly close. I attach great importance to the development of China-Belgium relations and am willing to work with King Philippe, taking the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations as an opportunity, to guide the China-Belgium all-round partnership of friendly cooperation to new heights and make new contributions to the healthy and stable development of China-Europe relations.
习近平指出，建交55年来，中国和比利时坚持相互尊重、平等相待、互利共赢，两国关系平稳发展。双方各领域交流合作亮点纷呈、成果丰硕，两国人民交往日益密切。我高度重视中比关系发展，愿同菲利普国王一道努力，以两国建交55周年为契机，引领中比全方位友好合作伙伴关系不断迈上新台阶，为推动中欧关系健康稳定发展作出新贡献。
Philippe said that Belgium and China have established broad and diverse cooperative relations since establishing diplomatic ties. President Xi Jinping's successful state visit to Belgium in 2014 left me with fond memories. I firmly believe that, building on the past 55 years, the two sides will continue to advance open dialogue, expand practical cooperation and enhance mutual understanding. Belgium is willing to develop balanced and mutually beneficial relations with China, address shared global challenges, and promote peace, stability and sustainable development.
菲利普表示，建交以来，比中建立起广泛、多元的合作关系。习近平主席2014年成功对比利时进行国事访问，给我留下美好回忆。我坚信，双方将在过去55年基础上，继续推进开放对话，拓展务实合作，增进相互理解。比方愿同中方发展均衡互利关系，应对全球共同挑战，促进和平、稳定和可持续发展。
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ReportedDiplomatic statement25 October 2026+
Philippe said Belgium was willing to develop balanced and mutually beneficial relations with China.
Philippe said that Belgium and China have established broad and diverse cooperative relations since establishing diplomatic ties. President Xi Jinping's successful state visit to Belgium in 2014 left me with fond memories. I firmly believe that, building on the past 55 years, the two sides will continue to advance open dialogue, expand practical cooperation and enhance mutual understanding. Belgium is willing to develop balanced and mutually beneficial relations with China, address shared global challenges, and promote peace, stability and sustainable development.Original Chinese quote
比方愿同中方发展均衡互利关系ReportedDiplomatic statement25 October 2026+
Xi Jinping said he was willing to work with Philippe to take the China-Belgium all-round partnership of friendly cooperation to new heights.
Xi Jinping noted that, over the 55 years since diplomatic relations were established, China and Belgium have upheld mutual respect, equal treatment, mutual benefit and win-win outcomes, and bilateral relations have developed steadily. Exchanges and cooperation across various fields have produced numerous highlights and fruitful results, while interactions between the peoples of the two countries have grown increasingly close. I attach great importance to the development of China-Belgium relations and am willing to work with King Philippe, taking the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations as an opportunity, to guide the China-Belgium all-round partnership of friendly cooperation to new heights and make new contributions to the healthy and stable development of China-Europe relations.Original Chinese quote
引领中比全方位友好合作伙伴关系不断迈上新台阶ReportedDiplomatic exchange25 October 2026+
Xi Jinping and Philippe exchanged congratulatory letters to celebrate the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Belgium.
CCTV.com News (Xinwen Lianbo): On October 25, President Xi Jinping and King Philippe of Belgium exchanged congratulatory letters to celebrate the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.Original Chinese quote
10月25日，国家主席习近平同比利时国王菲利普互致贺信，庆祝两国建交55周年。