習近平抵達巴黎開始對法國進行國事訪問

當地時間5月5日下午，國家主席習近平乘專機抵達巴黎，應法蘭西共和國總統馬克龍邀請，對法國進行國事訪問。新華社記者 燕雁 攝

新華社巴黎5月5日電（記者劉華 唐霽）當地時間5月5日下午，國家主席習近平乘專機抵達巴黎，應法蘭西共和國總統馬克龍邀請，對法國進行國事訪問。

當地時間5月5日下午，國家主席習近平乘專機抵達巴黎，應法蘭西共和國總統馬克龍邀請，對法國進行國事訪問。新華社記者 謝環馳 攝

習近平乘坐專機抵達巴黎奧利機場時，法國總理阿塔爾等法國政府高級代表熱情迎接。

當地時間5月5日下午，國家主席習近平乘專機抵達巴黎，應法蘭西共和國總統馬克龍邀請，對法國進行國事訪問。新華社記者 丁林 攝

習近平發表書面講話。習近平指出，我很高興對法國進行第三次國事訪問，同法國人民一道慶祝中法建交60週年。作為東西方文明的重要代表，中國和法國長期以來相互欣賞、相互吸引。60年前，中法兩國突破冷戰藩籬，建立大使級外交關係。60年來，中法關係始終走在中國同西方國家關係前列。中法關係發展不僅給兩國人民帶來福祉，也為動蕩不安的世界注入了穩定性和正能量。訪問期間，我將同馬克龍總統就新形勢下中法、中歐關係發展，以及當前重大國際和地區問題深入交換意見。我希望通過這次訪問，鞏固兩國傳統友誼、增進政治互信、凝聚戰略共識、深化各領域交流合作，用歷史的火炬照亮前行的路，創造中法關係更加美好未來，為世界和平、穩定、發展作出新的貢獻。

習近平主席夫人彭麗媛，中共中央政治局常委、中央辦公廳主任蔡奇，中共中央政治局委員、外交部部長王毅等陪同人員同機抵達。

中國駐法國大使盧沙野也到機場迎接。

習近平乘車從機場赴下榻飯店途中，華人華僑和中國留學生自發等候在道路兩旁，高舉“中法友誼萬歲！”、“祝習近平主席訪問法國取得圓滿成功！”等紅色橫幅，揮舞中法兩國國旗，敲鑼打鼓，舞龍舞獅，熱烈歡迎習近平主席到訪。

Xi aims to open brighter future of China-France ties via visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Paris for a state visit to France at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, May 5, 2024. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

PARIS, May 5 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said here on Sunday that he hopes China and France will light up their way forward with the torch of history, open a brighter future of China-France relations and make new contributions to world peace, stability and development.

Xi made the remarks in a written speech upon his arrival here for a state visit to France.

He said during the visit, he will have an in-depth exchange of views with French President Emmanuel Macron on growing China-France and China-Europe relations under the new circumstances as well as major international and regional issues in the world today.

"I hope this visit will help cement our long-standing friendship, enhance political trust, build strategic consensus and deepen exchanges and cooperation in various fields," he said, adding that it is a great pleasure to begin his third state visit to the French Republic at the invitation of Macron.

Back in 2014 and 2019, Xi paid two visits to France, both in spring, to celebrate the 50th and 55th anniversaries of diplomatic relations together with the people of France.

"As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of our diplomatic ties, I have a strong sense of deja vu when setting foot again on the soil of your beautiful country. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, I wish to take this opportunity to extend our warmest greetings and best wishes to the French government and people," Xi said.

As important representatives of Eastern and Western civilizations, China and France have a long history of mutual appreciation and admiration, said Xi.

French Enlightenment thinkers turned to study Chinese culture centuries ago, and great French thinkers and writers such as Voltaire, Diderot, Hugo and Balzac have been household names in China, he added.

He also noted that 60 years ago, the two countries broke through Cold War blocs and established diplomatic relations at the ambassadorial level.

In the 60 years since, the bilateral relations have always stayed abreast of China's relations with Western countries, setting a prime example for countries with different social systems to coexist in peace and pursue win-win cooperation, said Xi.

In recent years, the relationship between China and France has risen to new heights, and the two countries keep making new progress in cooperation on aviation, aerospace, nuclear energy, agrifood and green development, Xi said.

He said that the two countries enjoy close coordination and cooperation on climate response, biodiversity protection and global governance, adding that activities of the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism are unfolding across the board.

"A growing China-France relationship not only brings benefits to both peoples, but also provides stability and positive energy to the turbulent world," Xi said.

The Chinese president was received by French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal at Paris Orly airport and warmly welcomed by overseas Chinese upon arrival. ■

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Paris for a state visit to France at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, May 5, 2024. Xi was received by French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal at Paris Orly airport upon arrival. (Xinhua/Yan Yan)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Paris for a state visit to France at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, May 5, 2024. Xi was received by French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal at Paris Orly airport upon arrival. (Xinhua/Ding Lin)

Chinese President Xi Jinping's plane arrives in Paris, France, May 5, 2024. Xi arrived here Sunday for a state visit to France. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping's plane arrives in Paris, France, May 5, 2024. Xi arrived here Sunday for a state visit to France. (Xinhua/Ding Lin)

People welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping in Paris, France, May 5, 2024. Xi arrived here Sunday for a state visit to France. (Xinhua/Lu Ye)

Chinese President Xi Jinping's plane arrives in Paris, France, May 5, 2024. Xi arrived here Sunday for a state visit to France. (Xinhua/Yan Yan)