Ambassador: Coming years a new chapter in Greek-Chinese relations

In her message to a reception celebrating the 69th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China, the new Chinese Ambassador to Greece Zhang Qiyue expressed hope that relations the coming years would mark a new chapter in Greek-Chinese relations, during which the two countries would promote their exchanges and cooperation, deepening their friendship, ANA reports.

She noted three events that she predicted would have a profound impact on Greece and China-Greece relations: "The first event was Greece's exit from the bailout program on August 20th, finally coming out of the shadow of the debt crisis and opening a new chapter in the national development. The second event was the signing of a MOU of cooperation on Belt and Road initiative between our two governments. It was signed by Minister Nikos Kotzias and State Counselor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi during Minister Kotzias' visit to China, making Greece the first country among the European developed countries to sign such an MOU with China. The third event was the opening of an exhibition of China's Palace Museum in the Acropolis Museum in Athens, showing the important cultural relics in foreign countries for the first time. Through this special arrangement, our two ancient civilizations meet in Athens."

"In the coming years, China will further deepen its reforms and expand its opening-up. This year, at the Annual Conference of the Boao Forum for Asia, President Xi Jinping announced a series of opening-up initiatives that are currently being implemented at a steady pace. This year in November, China will host the 1st China International Import Expo in Shanghai. We are looking forward to the active participation of Greece and other countries. At the same time, we are very pleased to see Greece entering a new phase of development following the completion of its bailout plan. By launching its strategy of fair growth, and with its economy maintaining a good momentum, the international community is increasingly optimistic about Greece's development prospects. As Greece's good friends and partners, we have great faith in the country's development, as well as the development of China-Greek relations," she added.

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