China, France to make comprehensive strategic partnership more solid, vibrant

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on Monday, China will work with France to foster a more solid and vibrant comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries and to jointly contribute wisdom and strength to world peace, security, prosperity and progress.

France was the first major Western country to establish diplomatic relations at the ambassadorial level with China and 2024 marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties. He added that both countries attach great importance to the anniversary of diplomatic ties, and will jointly host a variety of celebratory activities throughout the year and the Year of Culture and Tourism.