On the afternoon of August 31, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025.President Xi noted that during his state visit to Viet Nam in April, the two sides reached important consensus on advancing the building of the China–Viet Nam community with a shared future under the new circumstances. Government departments and local authorities on both sides need to accelerate the implementation so that the comprehensive strategic cooperation between the two countries will deliver more tangible outcomes. In the context of the accelerating global transformation unseen in a century and the fluid and volatile international situation, China and Viet Nam need to firm up confidence in their paths and systems, step up solidarity and cooperation, and steer the ship of the community with a shared future steadily forward in the right direction.President Xi extended congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and underscored China's support for Viet Nam in successfully convening the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam. He expressed China's readiness to deepen exchanges on party and state governance with Viet Nam, maintain high-level exchanges, and take well-coordinated steps to advance bilateral strategic cooperation. The two sides need to actively promote cooperation in connectivity, digital economy, and artificial intelligence, and enhance experience sharing in the development of free trade zones and special economic zones, so as to facilitate their respective modernization drive. Continued efforts should be made to ensure the success of the commemorative activities marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries and the Vietnamese youth's "red study tours" to China, and develop more programs to bring the two peoples closer together. It is important for the two sides to strengthen multilateral cooperation and uphold the shared interests of the Global South.Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh conveyed the cordial greetings of General Secretary To Lam and President Luong Cuong to General Secretary and President Xi Jinping, and noted that the frequent high-level exchanges between the two parties and the two countries reflect their profound friendship featuring "camaraderie plus brotherhood." Viet Nam and China share common strategic interests and are fellow companions in the journey of socialism. Viet Nam sees growing its relations with China as a strategic choice and top priority in its foreign policy. Viet Nam is ready to foster greater strategic synergy with China, expand trade and investment, enhance connectivity, deepen people-to-people exchanges, stand united and look out for each other with a view to jointly advancing modernization, which serves the interests of both countries and contributes to global peace and stability. Viet Nam is heartened to see China's significant development achievements and its important contributions to the world economy. The three major global initiatives proposed by President Xi have steered global governance and offered China's wisdom and proposals to address common challenges. The upcoming SCO Summit is unprecedented in scale. Viet Nam will uphold the "Shanghai Spirit" and work with China to contribute to the organization's greater development.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

At noon on August 31, 2025, President Xi Jinping met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tianjin.The meeting of the leaders of the world's two most populous countries took place ahead of a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to be held in north China's port city of Tianjin from Sunday to Monday.Xi told Modi that China and India are each other's development opportunities rather than threats.As long as the two countries keep to this overarching direction, specific matters in the bilateral relations will fall into place and there will be steady and sustained progress in bilateral ties, Xi said.He said China and India are important members of the Global South, and shoulder the crucial responsibility of improving the well-being of the two peoples, promoting the solidarity and rejuvenation of developing countries, and advancing the progress of human society.They should become good-neighborly friends and partners that help each other succeed. A "cooperative pas de deux of the dragon and the elephant" should be the right choice for the two countries, he added.Noting that this year marks the 75th anniversary of China-India diplomatic ties, Xi said the two countries need to view and handle the relationship from a strategic and long-term perspective.While the successful meeting between Xi and Modi in Kazan last year enabled the China-India relations to have a reset and start anew, the two sides should pursue a further improvement of ties from the Tianjin meeting onward, according to the Chinese president.Xi called on the two countries to strengthen strategic communication and deepen mutual trust, expand exchanges and cooperation to achieve mutual benefit and win-win, accommodate each other's concerns and get along in peace and harmony, and strengthen multilateral coordination to safeguard shared interests.The two Asian neighbors should combine their strength to maintain peace and tranquility in their border regions, and should not allow the boundary question to define the overall China-India relations, Xi said.Xi called on the two countries to work together for a multi-polar world and greater democracy in international relations, and to make due contributions to peace and prosperity in Asia and the wider world.Modi said since his meeting with Xi in Kazan last year, the bilateral relationship has been back on a positive trajectory, peace and stability in the border regions have been maintained, and direct flights are about to be resumed.Noting that India and China are partners, not rivals, and the consensus between the two countries far outweighs their disagreement, Modi said India is ready to view and develop bilateral ties from a long-term perspective.Given the great uncertainties in the world economy, it is vital for India and China to strengthen cooperation as important economies of the world, Modi said.India is prepared to seek a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable settlement of the boundary question with China, he said.Both countries pursue strategic autonomy and an independent foreign policy, and their bilateral relationship is not subject to the influence of any third party, said the Indian prime minister, adding that India-China cooperation will make the 21st century a genuine "Asian century."Senior Chinese officials Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er were present at the meeting. 

On the morning of August 31, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi Jinping noted that since the beginning of the year, the two leaders have had two successful meetings, during which they made a comprehensive plan for the development of China-Kyrgyzstan relations and reached broad consensus on deepening all-round cooperation. China will continue to work with the Kyrgyz side to extend firm mutual support, strengthen the alignment of development strategies, jointly pursue modernization and national revitalization, and build a close China-Kyrgyzstan community with a shared future.President Xi Jinping stressed that China and Kyrgyzstan should build on past foundation and make pioneering efforts to open new vistas for bilateral relations, and expand practical cooperation in both breadth and depth. The two countries should have a higher level of trade and investment, deepen connectivity, better harness science and technology, and expand cooperation in emerging areas such as clean energy, green minerals and artificial intelligence. The two countries should enhance cooperation in areas such as culture, tourism, education, and health, and foster greater amity between their peoples. China will fully support Kyrgyzstan in taking over the rotating presidency of the SCO and in playing a bigger role in international and regional affairs. China is ready to enhance coordination with the Kyrgyz side on multilateral occasions, and jointly defend the international system with the United Nations at its core, so as to make new contributions to peace and development in the world.President Japarov noted that China is a good neighbor and a good friend of Kyrgyzstan. There is an old saying in China: "An amicable and close neighbor is an invaluable asset of a nation." The most valuable advantage for Kyrgyzstan is to be the neighbor of China. Whenever in time of difficulty, the Kyrgyz side would always receive China's firm support and assistance. Under the strong leadership of President Xi Jinping, China has achieved great development and grown into an important engine of the world economy. The Kyrgyz side is willing to learn from China's experience, and enhance cooperation with China in areas such as connectivity, clean energy, artificial intelligence, and scientific and technological innovation, so as to bring more benefits to the people. On the Taiwan question and other issues concerning China's core interests, the Kyrgyz side will, as always, firmly support China's position. During China's rotating presidency of the SCO, the organization has enhanced its influence, and made solid advances in cooperation across the board. The Kyrgyz side is willing to enhance coordination with China to push for new progress in the SCO's development. The Kyrgyz side highly commends and supports the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative proposed by China, and stands ready to enhance multilateral coordination with China and jointly uphold international fairness and justice.The two sides signed multiple bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as connectivity, human resources, civil aviation, and subnational cooperation.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the morning of August 31, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi Jinping pointed out that the peoples of China and Belarus, fighting side by side in the past, made important contributions to defeating militarism and fascism, and forged a profound friendship. At present, century-defining transformation is accelerating across the world, and humanity once again stands at a crossroads. China is willing to work with the Belarusian side to shoulder the responsibilities of the times, practice true multilateralism, and jointly advance peace, development, and win-win cooperation in the world.President Xi Jinping stressed that the China-Belarus all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership has enjoyed high-quality development, and the two sides should continue to extend firm mutual support on issues relating to each other's core interests and major concerns. The two sides should advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, strengthen the alignment of their development strategies, and continue to cultivate new highlights and growth drivers for their cooperation. The two sides should fully harness the outcomes of the China-Belarus years of science and technology innovation from 2024 to 2025, and accelerate the development of new quality productive forces to facilitate the development and revitalization of both countries. The two sides should expand exchanges on education, culture, tourism, youth and at subnational levels, and foster greater amity between their peoples. The two sides should enhance coordination in multilateral mechanisms such as the SCO and BRICS, and work for the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.President Lukashenko noted that every time he came to China, he would always be deeply impressed by the country's vibrant development and progress. Under the strong leadership of President Xi Jinping, China is committed to pursuing a path of development that suits its national conditions. Having achieved great success in development, China now faces an even brighter prospect, and no force can stop China's development and revitalization. In international and regional affairs, China keeps a just position, upholds multilateralism, and defends fairness and justice. China has played a leading role in fostering cooperation within multilateral mechanisms such as the SCO, and made major contributions to peace and stability on the continents of Asia and Europe, and in the wider world. Belarus is an all-weather partner to China and a friend that can always be relied upon. Belarus is ready to work with China to increase exchanges on governance experience, deepen practical cooperation across the board, and bring bilateral relations to new heights.The two sides signed multiple bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as science and technology, finance, metrology, media, transportation, and customs inspection and quarantine.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the morning of August 31, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The two leaders announced the establishment of a strategic partnership between China and Armenia.President Xi underscored that China and Armenia enjoy a time-honored friendship, which has grown ever stronger over time. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations 33 years ago, the two countries have respected and trusted each other, and benefited and learned from each other, leading to the sustained, sound, and steady development of bilateral relations. The establishment of the strategic partnership is an important milestone in the history of China-Armenia relations. The two sides should carry forward their traditional friendship, lend each other firm support, deepen cooperation in various fields, and strive for continuous progress in bilateral relations from a new starting point.President Xi stressed that the two sides should work together to pursue high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, strengthen connectivity, and promote exchanges in such areas as education, science and technology, culture, and tourism, to deliver more benefits to the two peoples. China supports Armenia in joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and stands ready to work with Armenia to practice true multilateralism and build a community with a shared future for humanity.Prime Minister Pashinyan noted that under the leadership of President Xi, China has made remarkable development achievements. Armenia hopes to learn from China's experience to boost its own economic and social development. The establishment of the strategic partnership will elevate Armenia-China relations to a higher level and bring new opportunities and vitality to bilateral cooperation. Armenia is firmly committed to the one-China principle. It looks forward to expanding economic and trade cooperation with China, maintaining close coordination in international and regional affairs, and promoting greater development of bilateral relations.The two sides issued the Joint Statement Between the People's Republic of China and the Republic of Armenia on Establishing the Strategic Partnership, and signed multiple bilateral cooperation documents in such areas as market regulation, metrology, and media.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

In the morning of August 31, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Azerbaijan are good friends and good partners. Over the past 33 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties, the two countries have enjoyed increasingly deepened traditional friendship and continued to strengthen political mutual trust, and their mutually beneficial cooperation has yielded fruitful results. In April this year, the two sides announced the establishment of the China-Azerbaijan comprehensive strategic partnership, ushering in a new chapter of all-round cooperation between the two countries. China and Azerbaijan are companions on the journey towards development and revitalization. China is willing to work with Azerbaijan to maintain the robust momentum of bilateral cooperation, and jointly open new vistas in the pursuit of win-win development.President Xi Jinping stressed that the two sides should maintain strategic communication and give firm support to each other. The two sides should foster greater synergy between their development strategies, advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, accelerate trade and investment liberalization and facilitation, continue to enhance the efficacy of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, expand cooperation in traditional areas such as infrastructure, agriculture, and energy, and cultivate new growth drivers for cooperation in emerging areas such as digital economy, green development, and artificial intelligence. The two sides should strengthen exchanges on education, science and technology, culture, tourism, youth and at subnational levels, so as to pool greater resources and strengths and firm up the popular foundation for the development of bilateral relations. China supports Azerbaijan in joining the SCO, and stands ready to enhance multilateral coordination with Azerbaijan in a joint effort to safeguard the common interests of the Global South, and advance the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.President Aliyev noted that the Azerbaijan-China comprehensive strategic partnership demonstrates the high level of bilateral relations. The two countries have maintained close high-level exchanges, extended mutual support on issues relating to each other's core interests and major concerns, and actively advanced cooperation across the board. Two-way trade between the two countries has registered rapid growth. The Azerbaijani side firmly abides by the one-China principle and opposes "Taiwan independence." Azerbaijan is willing to work with China to deepen cooperation in areas such as economy and trade, science and technology, connectivity, and tourism, so as to bring greater benefits to the two peoples. Azerbaijan is willing to deepen cooperation with China within the SCO and jointly contribute to peace and development in the region and the world.The two sides signed multiple bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as artificial intelligence, scientific and technological innovation, finance, and media.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the morning of August 31, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi noted that China and the Maldives share common aspirations and stand together through thick and thin. Last year, the two presidents agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and to build a China-Maldives community with a shared future. Since then, Belt and Road cooperation between the two countries has made positive progress, and their comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership has continued to deepen, bringing tangible benefits to people in both countries.President Xi stressed that China will continue to support the Maldives in safeguarding its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, and in exploring a development path suited to its realities. China will strengthen its wide-ranging exchanges with the Maldives, including between political parties, legislatures, and government bodies, so as to enhance mutual understanding and trust, and bring the two peoples closer together. The two sides should continue to deepen results-oriented cooperation, effectively implement their Free Trade Agreement, and pursue cooperation in fisheries, marine scientific research, environmental protection, and disaster prevention and mitigation. The two sides should strengthen communication and coordination to safeguard their shared strategic interests and international fairness and justice, and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity.President Muizzu congratulated China on the upcoming successful completion of its 14th Five-Year Plan and its remarkable development achievements. China enjoys profound cultural heritage, advocates for a community with a shared future for humanity, and has brought stability to the turbulent world. The close relationship between the Maldives and China sets a good model for equal-footed cooperation between countries of different sizes. The Maldives appreciates China's longstanding support for its economic development and improvement of people's living standards. The Maldives is firmly committed to the one-China principle. It will expand cooperation with China in trade, investment, housing, and tourism, strengthen coordination and collaboration within the SCO and other multilateral frameworks, and jointly build a Maldives-China community with a shared future.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the evening of August 30, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi pointed out that China and Kazakhstan are strategic partners that can trust and count on each other. No matter how the international landscape evolves, the two sides should stay committed to the overarching policy of good-neighborliness and friendship, the guiding principle of openness and win-win cooperation, and the overall direction of jointly building a community with a shared future. The two sides should firmly support each other on issues concerning their respective core interests and major concerns, consolidate and expand all-round cooperation, and bring China-Kazakhstan relations to new heights.President Xi emphasized that the two countries should further synergize their development strategies, explore more converging interests and new areas of growth in cooperation; consolidate energy cooperation as the foundation，and deepen cooperation on connectivity, especially advancing hard connectivity of infrastructure and soft connectivity of policies and mechanisms; continue to promote people-to-people exchanges, and ensure the success of the China-Kazakhstan year of cultural exchange; step up multilateral coordination, consolidate and strengthen the SCO, jointly safeguard the international system with the United Nations at its core, and work for a more just and equitable international order.President Tokayev noted that China, during its SCO presidency, performed its duties effectively. Kazakhstan had actively participated in all agenda items and is ready to work closely with China to ensure the success of the upcoming SCO Summit. He extended congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, noting that the Chinese people made a significant historical contribution to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and demonstrated extraordinary courage and patriotism. He said that Kazakhstan-China relations are at the highest level ever. Bilateral trade reached a new record last year, and major cooperation projects are progressing smoothly. Kazakhstan stands ready to work with China to continue to deepen practical cooperation and enhance people-to-people exchanges, to take bilateral relations to an even higher level.During the meeting, the two heads of state witnessed the announcement of more than 20 bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as alignment of development strategies, energy, science and technology, housing and urban development, education, sports, and wildlife protection, and the unveiling of two new Luban Workshops in Kazakhstan.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the afternoon of August 30, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Nepali Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli, who was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.President Xi noted that China and Nepal are neighbors linked by mountains and rivers and enjoy lasting friendship. The two are also peace-loving countries who stand on our own feet. Over the past 70 years of diplomatic relations, the two peoples have stood together through thick and thin and written a historic chapter of good-neighborliness and friendship. China and Nepal are now making steady progress in high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and the two peoples have forged a closer bond with each other. China stands ready to work with Nepal to carry forward the traditional friendship and take to a new height the China-Nepal strategic partnership of cooperation featuring ever-lasting friendship for development and prosperity.President Xi stressed that the two sides need to enhance mutual strategic trust and firmly support each other on issues concerning our respective core interests and major concerns. We need to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, jointly advance Belt and Road cooperation, and strengthen connectivity through ports, roads, power grids, aviation and telecommunications. We need to enhance cooperation in areas such as industry, agriculture and animal husbandry, new energy, environmental protection, oil and gas, artificial intelligence, education, health, law enforcement, and security. We need to continue the successful activities in celebration of the 70th anniversary of our diplomatic relations. We need to enhance communication and coordination in multilateral platforms such as the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, jointly support free trade and sustainable development, and safeguard international fairness and justice.Prime Minister Oli said that the Nepal-China relationship, having stood many tests, has only grown stronger. Both sides have always respected and trusted each other and attended to one another's concerns. Cooperation with China has significantly boosted Nepal's economic and social development. Nepal is firmly committed to the one-China principle, resolutely opposes "Taiwan independence," and does not allow any force to use its territory to undermine China's interests. Nepal is committed to achieving continuous development and looks forward to deepening cooperation with China in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative. We will enhance cooperation with China on trade, investment, agriculture, science and technology, tourism, climate response, and other fields and deliver more positive outcomes. Nepal supports the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative proposed by China, values the role of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, actively upholds the "Shanghai Spirit," and looks forward to China playing an even bigger role in international affairs.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the afternoon of August 30, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, who was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025.President Xi noted that Egypt was the first Arab and African country to establish diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China, and China-Egypt relations are now at their best in history. Next year marks the 70th anniversary of China-Egypt diplomatic ties. The two sides should take it as an opportunity to steer the bilateral relationship toward the goal of building a China-Egypt community with a shared future in the new era, add new impetus to China-Arab and China-Africa relations, and make greater contributions to upholding world peace and stability and promoting global development and prosperity.President Xi emphasized that under the new circumstances, China and Egypt should be good brothers that firmly support each other, keep consolidating political trust, and continue providing mutual support on issues concerning each other's core interests and major concerns. The two countries should be good partners that deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, foster greater synergy between the Belt and Road Initiative and the Vision 2030, and take cooperation on parks and zones such as the Suez Economic and Trade Cooperation Zone as the main driver to strengthen cooperation in such areas as economy and trade, joint manufacturing and new energy. The two countries should be good friends that closely collaborate in multilateral affairs, shoulder historical and major-country responsibilities as important members of the Global South, safeguard the victorious outcomes of World War II, jointly oppose unilateralism and bullying practices, and defend the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law.Prime Minister Madbouly conveyed to President Xi sincere greetings and regards from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Prime Minister Madbouly said China is a true partner and friend of Egypt, and the two sides have always trusted and supported each other. Egypt places high importance on its relations with China, and is firmly committed to the one-China principle. Egypt stands ready to take next year's 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties with China as an opportunity to increase high-level exchanges, expand trade and investment, and deepen cooperation in such areas as new energy, electric vehicles, finance and seawater desalination, in a bid to achieve greater progress of the bilateral relations. Egypt and China are both members of the developing world and the Global South. To address challenges facing the international landscape and world economy and trade, Egypt will strengthen coordination and collaboration with China in international and regional affairs, so as to safeguard the common interests of developing countries.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, attended the meeting.