BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian extended congratulations to Prabowo Subianto on his victory in the Indonesian presidential election. Subianto secured the win with approximately 58 percent of the votes, according to the official announcement made by the Indonesian General Election Commission on March 20.
In a press conference held in Beijing, Lin Jian stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping had conveyed a congratulatory message to Prabowo Subianto on his electoral success. Emphasizing the longstanding friendship and geographical proximity between China and Indonesia, Lin Jian highlighted the significance of bilateral relations.
“China and Indonesia are traditional friends and neighbors,” Lin Jian remarked. “China attaches great importance to its relations with Indonesia. We stand ready to work with Indonesia to carry forward our traditional friendship, deepen our comprehensive strategic cooperation, and achieve greater progress in the building of the China-Indonesia community with a shared future to bring more benefits to the two countries and the two peoples.”
Moreover, during the press conference, Lin Jian responded to inquiries regarding visa waivers for European countries seeking entry into China. Asserting China’s commitment to enhancing people-to-people exchanges, Lin Jian affirmed the nation’s readiness to facilitate cross-border travel and promote communication with relevant countries.
Lin Jian provided insights into the recent official visit of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Australia. Highlighting the significant engagements and discussions during the visit, Lin Jian underscored the mutual commitment of both China and Australia to strengthen bilateral relations. Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the importance of upholding mutual respect, seeking common ground while abandoning differences, and pursuing mutual benefit and win-win results in bilateral relations.
