Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping affirmed on Tuesday his country's support for Lebanon in preserving its sovereignty and territorial integrity. This statement was made in a congratulatory message sent to Joseph Aoun on his inauguration as President of the Lebanese Republic.
According to Kuwait News Agency, China Central Television (CCTV) quoted President Xi as expressing that China and Lebanon share a traditional friendship. Xi emphasized China's readiness to offer assistance to promote economic development and enhance the livelihood of the people in Lebanon.