China, Micronesia to elevate ties

Xi: Beijing willing to continue support for Pacific island countries' development

China and the Federated States of Micronesia underlined their shared commitment to bolstering cooperation on building of the Belt and Road, climate response, infrastructure and healthcare, as President Xi Jinping hosted the island country's President Wesley W. Simina on Tuesday.

During their talks at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Xi stressed Beijing's readiness to use the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties with Micronesia this year as a new starting point to continue bilateral exchanges and dialogue at various levels, enhance win-win cooperation across different sectors, and elevate ties to a new level.

He pledged support to Micronesia in safeguarding its national sovereignty and independence, following a path of development that suits its national conditions, invigorating its economy and enhancing public well-being.