Xi Jinping Congratulates Trump, Pushes for Peaceful U.S.-China Future

Chinese President Xi Jinping personally called Donald Trump to congratulate him on his election victory, according to China’s Foreign Ministry.

“History has shown that China and the United States benefit from cooperation and lose from confrontation. Stable, healthy and stable Sino-American relations meet the common interests of both countries and the expectations of the international community,” Xi stated, as reported by Ukrinform‘s own correspondent.

He expressed optimism that both nations would continue to uphold principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and mutually beneficial cooperation.

“We look forward to further strengthening dialogue and communication with Washington and to managing differences responsibly, finding ways to expand cooperation for the benefit of both countries and the world,” Xi added.

China’s Foreign Ministry also noted that Vice President Han Zheng called U.S. Vice President-elect J.D. Vance to extend congratulations on his election.