On the afternoon of August 30, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Tianjin Guest House with Myanmar's Acting President Min Aung Hlaing, 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 Myanmar was part of the Eastern battlefield of the World Anti-Fascist War and it is an important dialogue partner of the SCO. The China-Myanmar pauk-phaw friendship, rooted in the hearts of the two peoples, is as strong and relevant as ever. The two sides should seize the opportunity of the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations to deepen strategic cooperation, accelerate the building of their community with a shared future, and bring greater benefits to people in both countries.President Xi stressed that China supports Myanmar in following a development path suited to its realities, in safeguarding its sovereignty, security and development interests, in rebuilding after the earthquake, and in delivering a better life to its people. China also supports Myanmar in unifying all domestic political forces as much as possible and restoring stability and development. The two sides should advance key projects of the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and promote economic and trade cooperation. Joint efforts should be made to combat cross-border crimes, maintain peace and tranquility in the China-Myanmar border region, and ensure the safety and security of Chinese personnel, institutions, and projects in Myanmar. The two sides should carry forward the spirit of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and jointly safeguard the U.N.-centered international system.Acting President Min Aung Hlaing said that Myanmar and China share a deep pauk-phaw friendship and a common pursuit of peace and stability, and both countries made significant contributions to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. China has always been a good neighbor and a good friend to Myanmar, providing long-term assistance to Myanmar's economic and social development, supporting its post-disaster rehabilitation efforts, and playing a constructive role in facilitating peace and stability in northern Myanmar. Myanmar will steadfastly uphold the one-China policy. Myanmar will work with China to pursue high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, and expand cooperation in such areas as trade, investment, energy, and infrastructure, so as to create a better life for people in both countries. As a dialogue partner of the SCO, Myanmar will actively contribute to the development of the organization.The two sides signed multiple bilateral cooperation agreements in the fields of customs, news media, and others.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the afternoon of August 30, President Xi Jinping met with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, who is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025, at the Tianjin Guest House.President Xi underscored that the China-Cambodia friendship, having stood the test of time, is rock-solid and the shared asset of the two peoples. Amidst an ever-changing international landscape, China and Cambodia, as ironclad friends, should keep the big picture in mind, adopt a long-term perspective, and steadfastly follow the path of friendship opened by the older generation of Chinese and Cambodian leaders. The two sides should maintain unwavering solidarity, enable each other's success, promote the well-being of their people, and contribute to peace, stability, and prosperity of the region.President Xi stressed that China supports Cambodia in safeguarding national stability, upholding independence, and achieving development and revitalization. China will, through the China-Cambodia Intergovernmental Coordination Committee, work with Cambodia to deepen "Diamond Hexagon" cooperation, advance both the Industrial and Technological Corridor and the Fish and Rice Corridor, expand trade ties, and help Cambodia enhance its capacity for self-reliant development. The two sides need to resolutely crack down on cross-border crimes such as online gambling and telecom fraud, so as to protect the life and property of the two peoples.Prime Minister Hun Manet noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The Chinese people forged peace with courage and unity, which is truly admirable. The traditional friendship between Cambodia and China has grown ever stronger over time. Cambodia appreciates China's long-standing, valuable support and assistance. Despite the changing international landscape, Cambodia will firmly pursue a policy of friendship toward China, remain firmly committed to the one-China principle, and firmly support the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative put forward by China. President Xi's historic state visit to Cambodia last April yielded fruitful outcomes. Cambodia looks forward to working with China to implement the important consensus reached during the visit, deepen the ironclad friendship between the two countries, lend each other support on issues involving their core interests and major concerns, expand cooperation in trade, investment and infrastructure, combat online gambling and telecom fraud, and further advance the two countries' all-weather community with a shared future.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the afternoon of August 30, President Xi Jinping met with United Nations Secretary General António Guterres at the Tianjin Guest House, who was in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025.President Xi noted that the founding of the United Nations was the most important decision made by the international community at the end of the Second World War. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and the founding of the United Nations. History teaches that multilateralism, solidarity and cooperation are the right way to address global challenges. We should rededicate ourselves to the founding mission of the U.N., reaffirm our commitment to the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter, and enable the U.N. to respond to the changing situation with enhanced authority and vitality, so that it will remain the premier platform for coordinating actions among countries and responding to common challenges. As a permanent member of the U.N. Security Council, China always stands firmly on the right side of history and practices true multilateralism. China will always be a trustworthy partner of the U.N. China will deepen cooperation with the organization, support its central role in international affairs, and work with the U.N. to shoulder responsibility for safeguarding world peace and promoting development and prosperity.President Xi stressed that amidst the once-in-a-century transformations, China is a source of stability and certainty. We will continue to create new opportunities for the world through China's new development and work with other countries to create a better future through the building of a community with a shared future for humanity, the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.Secretary General Guterres expressed his gratitude for China's strong and solid support to the U.N. He noted that at a time when multilateralism, international law and the authority of the United Nations are being challenged, and the international governance architecture is in urgent need of reform, it is all the more important to recall the founding mission and values that led to the creation of the U.N. 80 years ago. China has made significant contributions to safeguarding international law and ensuring international rule of law, and has been a cornerstone of multilateralism. The U.N. will strengthen cooperation with China to uphold the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter, defend the basic norms of international relations, advance a multipolar world, enhance the representation of developing countries, and enable the U.N. to play a greater role in international affairs. The two sides need to strengthen cooperation in areas such as the reform of the global governance system, artificial intelligence, and climate response, so as to better serve the wellbeing of humanity.Cai Qi, Wang Yi, and Chen Min'er, among others, were present at the meeting. 

On the morning of August 26, 2025, President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan had a cordial meeting with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk at Zhongnanhai.President Xi Jinping expressed his warm welcome to King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk for visiting China again, and welcomed King Norodom Sihamoni’s attendance at 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 during his state visit to Cambodia in April this year, he was accorded a warm and friendly reception by the King and the Cambodian people, of which he still has fond memories. The China-Cambodia relations have withstood the test of the shifting international landscape, and the two countries have forged an ironclad friendship featuring mutual assistance in trying times. The relationship has become a valuable asset for the two peoples and should be held dear by both sides. At a time of transformation and turbulence, it is important for China and Cambodia to stand together more firmly, carry forward the long-standing friendship, enhance solidarity and collaboration, accelerate the building of an all-weather China-Cambodia community with a shared future in the new era, and bring more benefits to the two peoples. China firmly supports the Cambodian people in following a development path that fits its national conditions and realizing lasting peace and security in the country. King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk expressed their great pleasure to visit China again and attend upon invitation 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 Chinese people made significant contributions to safeguarding world peace, which should always be remembered. President Xi paid a historic state visit to Cambodia in April, in which the two sides reviewed their friendship, discussed cooperation, and achieved important outcomes. Cambodia always views its relations with China from a strategic perspective, and is ready to carry forward the long-standing friendly relations between the two countries and work with China to build an all-weather Cambodia-China community with a shared future in the new era.Wang Yi attended the meeting.

On the morning of August 26, President Xi Jinping met with Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Vyacheslav Volodin at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. President Xi pointed out that, in today's world of turbulence and transformation, the China-Russia relationship is unparalleled in terms of stability, maturity and strategic significance among the major-country relations. Promoting high-level development of China-Russia relations with tireless efforts serves the fundamental interest of the two peoples and provides a source of stability for world peace. President Xi recalled his state visit to Russia in May and participation in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War. Next week, China will hold grand events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. China and the Soviet Union were the principal theaters of the Second World War (WWII) in Asia and Europe respectively. The two countries made immense national sacrifice in resisting the aggression of Japanese militarism and German Nazism, contributing tremendously to the victory in WWII. It is important that the two sides carry forward traditional friendship, deepen strategic mutual trust, strengthen exchanges and cooperation across the board, jointly safeguard their security and development interests, promote solidarity with other Global South countries, commit to true multilateralism, and work for a more just and equitable international order.President Xi emphasized that cooperation between legislative bodies is an indispensable part of the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era. It is hoped that the two sides will actively share experience on governance and lawmaking in order to provide more robust legislative guarantees for China-Russia strategic coordination and comprehensive cooperation under the new circumstances.Chairman Volodin conveyed to President Xi the cordial greetings and best wishes from President Putin. Volodin said that under the strategic guidance of the two presidents, Russia-China relations have seen further development and yielded fruitful outcomes. The Russian State Duma is committed to acting in line with the important consensus between the two presidents, reinforcing exchanges and cooperation between the legislative bodies, and working hard to make the bilateral relationship even more productive. Eight decades ago, people in the Soviet Union and China made great contributions to the victory over fascism. Russia will join China in celebrating this hard-won victory, honoring fallen heroes, and working for a better future. Wang Yi and Peng Qinghua were present at the meeting.

Foreign Ministry Spokesperson announces:Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2025 will be held in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1. President Xi Jinping will chair the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the "SCO Plus" Meeting and deliver keynote speeches. During the summit, President Xi Jinping will host a welcome banquet and bilateral events for participating leaders.

On August 12, President Xi Jinping had a phone call with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the latter's request.Xi Jinping pointed out that China-Brazil relations are at their best in history, with a good start and strong momentum in building the China-Brazil community with a shared future and aligning development strategies. China is ready to work with Brazil to seize opportunities, strengthen coordination, deliver more mutually beneficial cooperation outcomes, set an example of uniting for strength among major Global South countries, and build a more just world and sustainable planet.Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said that Brazil attaches great importance to its relations with China and looks forward to strengthening cooperation with China, deepening strategic alignment, and promoting greater development of bilateral relations. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva briefed on Brazil's current relationship with the United States and Brazil's principled stance on firmly safeguarding its sovereignty. He appreciated China's efforts to uphold multilateralism and free trade rules, and its responsible role in international affairs. Brazil is ready to enhance communication and coordination with China within BRICS and other multilateral mechanisms, oppose unilateralism and bullying acts, and safeguard the common interests of all countries.Xi Jinping said that China supports the Brazilian people in defending national sovereignty and supports Brazil in safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests. Countries should unite in unequivocally opposing unilateralism and protectionism. The BRICS mechanism is an important platform for building consensus in the Global South. He congratulated Brazil on successfully hosting the BRICS Summit. Global South countries should join hands to uphold international fairness and justice, safeguard the basic norms governing international relations, and protect the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries. China and Brazil should continue to work together to address global challenges, ensure the success of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Belém, and promote the role of the "Friends for Peace" group in facilitating the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis.

On August 8, 2025, President Xi Jinping had a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the latter's request.Vladimir Putin briefed Xi Jinping on Russia's views on the current situation of the Ukraine crisis and the recent contact and communication between Russia and the United States, adding that Russia highly appreciates the constructive role China has been playing in the political settlement of the crisis. He stated that the comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination between Russia and China will not change under any circumstances, and that Russia will continue maintaining close communication with China.Xi Jinping elaborated on China's principled stance on the Ukraine crisis and stressed that complex issues have no simple solutions. No matter how the situation evolves, China will maintain its consistent position and continue promoting talks for peace. China welcomes contacts between Russia and the US to improve bilateral ties and advance the process of realizing a political settlement of the crisis.The two heads of state spoke highly of the high-level political mutual trust and strategic coordination between China and Russia, and agreed to work together to advance the greater development of bilateral relations. Both sides will make concerted efforts in preparation for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Tianjin Summit to ensure a successful gathering of friendship, solidarity and fruitful results and drive the SCO's high-quality development.

On August 1, 2025, President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with President of Nepal Ramchandra Poudel to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Nepal.Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Nepal are connected by mountains and rivers, and the two countries' friendly exchanges have a long history. Over the past 70 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Nepal, the two countries have always respected each other, treated each other as equals, and engaged in mutually beneficial cooperation regardless of changes in the international and regional landscape, setting an example of friendly coexistence between countries with different social systems and of different sizes. In recent years, China-Nepal relations have witnessed sound and steady development, with political mutual trust continuously strengthened, Belt and Road cooperation and cooperation in various fields increasingly expanded, and the China-Nepal strategic partnership of cooperation featuring ever-lasting friendship for development and prosperity continuously deepened.Xi Jinping stressed that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Nepal relations and is ready to work with President Ramchandra Poudel to take the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries as an opportunity to carry forward traditional friendship, enhance exchanges and cooperation across various fields, and enable China-Nepal relations to better benefit the two peoples and contribute to regional peace and development.Ramchandra Poudel noted that over the 70 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Nepal and China have consistently upheld mutual trust, sovereign equality, and peaceful coexistence, and the friendship between the two countries has withstood the test of time. Noting that China is a trustworthy neighbor and development partner of Nepal, he said Nepal appreciates China's long-standing support for its development and respect for its sovereignty and independence. Nepal firmly upholds the one-China principle and looks forward to working with China to further deepen cooperation in various fields and realize the common vision of peace, progress and prosperity.On the same day, Premier Li Qiang of the State Council exchanged congratulatory messages with Prime Minister of Nepal KP Sharma Oli. Li Qiang said that China attaches great importance to the development of China-Nepal relations and is ready to work with Nepal to take the 70th anniversary of the establishment of China-Nepal diplomatic relations as an opportunity to accelerate high-quality Belt and Road cooperation as well as exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and promote the continuous development of the China-Nepal strategic partnership of cooperation featuring ever-lasting friendship for development and prosperity.KP Sharma Oli said that Nepal and China have consistently developed friendly relations on the basis of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence. Nepal highly appreciates China's respect for its sovereignty, independence, and the development path it has chosen independently, and admires China's great historical achievements. Looking ahead, Nepal will continue to be committed to implementing the agreements reached between the two countries to bring tangible benefits to the two peoples.

On July 29, 2025, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the World Youth Conference for Peace.Xi Jinping noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Eighty years ago, the Chinese people, together with people around the world, through arduous and bloody battles, completely defeated fascism and won the hard-earned peace.Xi Jinping emphasized that the future of peace lies with the youth. He hopes that young people from all countries will take this conference as an opportunity to exchange ideas, deepen understanding, make friends, and work together as advocates of peace and actors in peaceful development, contributing their wisdom and strength to building a community with a shared future for mankind.The World Youth Conference for Peace was held in Beijing on the same day, with the theme "Together for Peace", co-hosted by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and the All-China Youth Federation.