習近平同法國總統馬克龍在上比利牛斯省舉行中法元首小範圍會晤

當地時間5月7日，應法國總統馬克龍特別邀請，國家主席習近平乘專機來到法國西南部上比利牛斯省訪問。這是習近平和夫人彭麗媛在塔布機場受到馬克龍和夫人布麗吉特熱情迎接。新華社記者 李學仁 攝

新華社法國塔布5月7日電（記者韓冰 劉芳）當地時間5月7日，應法國總統馬克龍特別邀請，國家主席習近平乘專機離巴黎赴法國西南部上比利牛斯省訪問。

馬克龍和夫人布麗吉特提前抵達，率上比利牛斯省省長薩羅門等法國地方政府代表在塔布機場熱情迎接，歡迎習近平夫婦訪問對他具有特殊意義的上比利牛斯省。

春夏時節的南法山區，白雪消融，溪水潺潺，山花盛開，綠草茵茵。

馬克龍總統和布麗吉特在圖爾馬萊山口“牧羊人驛站”迎接習近平和彭麗媛，共同欣賞當地村民表演的具有濃郁南法風情的牧羊人之舞，並同他們親切合影。

當地時間5月7日，應法國總統馬克龍特別邀請，國家主席習近平乘專機來到法國西南部上比利牛斯省訪問。在圖爾馬萊山口“牧羊人驛站”，習近平和夫人彭麗媛同馬克龍和夫人布麗吉特共同欣賞當地村民表演的具有濃郁南法風情的牧羊人之舞。新華社記者 姚大偉 攝

當地時間5月7日，應法國總統馬克龍特別邀請，國家主席習近平乘專機來到法國西南部上比利牛斯省訪問。這是在圖爾馬萊山口，習近平和夫人彭麗媛同馬克龍和夫人布麗吉特合影。新華社記者 姚大偉 攝

驛站木屋外，春雪紛飛，雲海浩渺。兩國元首夫婦憑窗而坐，遠眺群山，品當地特色美味，論天下風雲際會，在輕鬆愉快的氛圍中就一些重要問題進行了戰略溝通。

當地時間5月7日，應法國總統馬克龍特別邀請，國家主席習近平乘專機來到法國西南部上比利牛斯省訪問。在圖爾馬萊山口“牧羊人驛站”，習近平和夫人彭麗媛同馬克龍和夫人布麗吉特憑窗而坐，在輕鬆愉快的氛圍中就一些重要問題進行戰略溝通。新華社記者 姚大偉 攝

習近平指出，中華文明是世界上唯一延綿5000多年而從未中斷的悠久文明。正因如此，中國人有著很強的家國理念，尤其重視和珍視國家統一。許多華僑在海外生活多年，仍懷有深深的愛國情感，對祖國不斷發展壯大由衷感到自豪。我出訪期間，經常看到很多華僑華人和留學生自發在沿途等候歡迎。現在中國已經實現了第一個百年奮鬥目標，相信經過中國人民的接續奮鬥，中國一定能實現中華民族的偉大復興。中國和法國雖然分屬東西方文明，價值理念、社會制度不同，但都重視文明交流互鑒。雙方可以和而不同，通過對話合作，為世界的和平和發展以及人類的進步作出新的貢獻。中方願同法國和歐洲加強人文交流，不斷深化經貿合作，增進相互正確認知，鞏固好、傳承好中法、中歐人民友好故事。

馬克龍表示，我對去年訪華特別是廣州松園會晤留下深刻美好印象。通過同主席先生的深入交流，我進一步了解了中國的歷史、文化、理念和發展歷程，對中國在重要問題上的立場認識加深。當前國際形勢充滿了不確定性，歐洲保持戰略自主和團結統一至關重要，歐洲同中國發展良好關係、加強雙多邊合作也至關重要。法中都是聯合國安理會常任理事國。我期待同習近平主席保持密切溝通，為維護歐洲和世界的和平穩定發揮積極作用。

習近平感謝馬克龍總統和夫人熱情邀請和精心安排，指出，今天我和夫人同馬克龍總統和夫人度過了一段美好難忘的時光。我期待同馬克龍總統經常交往，共同努力，引領中法關係和中歐關係健康穩定發展，為這個變亂交織的世界注入更多穩定性和正能量。歡迎馬克龍總統方便時再次訪華。

臨別時，當地村民唱起牧羊人之歌，感謝習近平和彭麗媛到訪，並熱情邀請他們再來。

當地時間5月7日，應法國總統馬克龍特別邀請，國家主席習近平乘專機來到法國西南部上比利牛斯省訪問。這是在圖爾馬萊山口，習近平和夫人彭麗媛、馬克龍和夫人布麗吉特同當地村民親切合影。新華社記者 姚大偉 攝

習近平説，這裡的美麗風光和特色美食給我留下深刻印象。歡迎更多法國優質農食産品進入中國百姓家，也歡迎更多友好的法國人民去中國參觀訪問。

馬克龍和布麗吉特陪同習近平和彭麗媛離開圖爾馬萊山口返回塔布，並在機場舉行正式歡送儀式。兩國元首相約在北京再見。

當晚，習近平乘專機離開法國前往貝爾格萊德，應塞爾維亞總統武契奇邀請開始對塞爾維亞進行國事訪問。

Macron hosts Xi at mountain restaurant in picturesque southern France

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan are received by French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the airport in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, May 7, 2024. Xi on Tuesday arrived in Tarbes as part of his state visit to France. (Xinhua/Li Xueren)

TARBES, France, May 7 (Xinhua) -- Amid falling snows in the picturesque mountains in Hautes-Pyrenees Department in southwestern France, Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan were warmly received by French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron on Tuesday at a mountain restaurant for a restricted meeting.

Together, they watched a traditional folk dance performance by local villagers before lunch at L'Etape du Berger, which is located at Col du Tourmalet, a legendary climb in the Tour de France cycling race.

With snowflakes flying outside and clouds stretching across the sky, the two presidents and their wives sat next to the window gazing at the mountains in the distance while tasting local delicacies. In a relaxing and cordial atmosphere, they had strategic communication on a number of important issues critical to the world.

Xi pointed out that the Chinese civilization is the only one that has continued uninterrupted for more than 5,000 years. That is why the Chinese people have a strong commitment to their country, especially when it comes to national unification which they value and cherish.

Xi said although the Chinese and French civilizations, one in the East and the other in the West, have different values and social systems, both are committed to inter-civilization exchanges and mutual learning.

The two sides could coexist in harmony without seeking uniformity, Xi said, adding that through dialogue and cooperation, they could make new contributions to world peace and development and human progress.

China is ready to work with France and Europe to enhance people-to-people exchanges, deepen economic and trade cooperation, build the right perception of each other, and solidify and carry forward the stories of friendship between the Chinese people and the people of France and Europe, Xi said.

For his part, Macron recalled his visit to China last year, especially the meeting at the Pine Garden in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, which left him with a deep and wonderful impression.

Through in-depth exchanges with Xi, Macron said, he learned more about China's history, culture, philosophy, and development process and gained a deeper understanding of China’s position on important issues.

Given the uncertainties in the current international situation, Macron said it is vital that Europe maintains strategic autonomy, solidarity and unity, adding that it is also critical that Europe develop a sound relationship with China and enhance their bilateral and multilateral cooperation.

Noting France and China are both permanent members of the UN Security Council, Macron expressed his readiness to maintain close communication with Xi and play a positive role in upholding peace and stability in Europe and the world.

Expressing gratitude to Macron and his wife for their warm hospitality and thoughtful arrangements, Xi said he and his wife had a wonderful and unforgettable time.

Xi expressed his readiness to have frequent interactions with President Macron and to work with him for sound and steady growth of China-France and China-EU relations and to bring more stability and positive energy to this changing and turbulent world.

Xi extended an invitation to Macron for another visit to China at a convenient time.

Before they parted, the local villagers started singing a shepherd's song, expressing gratitude to Xi and his wife for their visit and inviting them to come back another time.

Deeply impressed by the beautiful landscape and specialty food, Xi said he welcomes more high-quality agrifood from France to the Chinese market and visits by more friendly French people to China.

After the meeting, Macron and Brigitte accompanied Xi and Peng on their way from Col du Tourmalet to Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, and held an official farewell ceremony at the airport.

On Tuesday night, Xi, having concluded his visit to France, arrived in Belgrade and commenced his state visit to Serbia at the invitation of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. 

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan watch a local folk dance performance with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the Col du Tourmalet in Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, May 7, 2024. Xi on Tuesday arrived in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, as part of his state visit to the European country. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the Col du Tourmalet in Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, May 7, 2024. Xi on Tuesday arrived in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, as part of his state visit to the European country. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan communicate with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the Col du Tourmalet in Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, May 7, 2024. Xi on Tuesday arrived in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, as part of his state visit to the European country. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, and local villagers at the Col du Tourmalet in Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, May 7, 2024. Xi on Tuesday arrived in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, as part of his state visit to the European country. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)