In the message cited by the Xinhua news agency, the Chinese president said next year would mark the 70th anniversary since the two nations established diplomatic relations.
30 November 2018, 22:22 GMT
Xi added he wanted to further develop the bilateral relationship across all areas for the sake of well-being and prosperity of both countries.
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