2023

"During my first visit to the United States I stayed at the Dvorchaks' in Iowa. I still remember their address, 2911 Bonnie Drive. That was my first face-to-face contact with the Americans. The days I spent with them are unforgettable. For me, they represent America."

"I have found that although our two countries are different in history, culture and social system, and have embarked on different development paths, our two peoples are both kind, friendly, hardworking and down-to-earth. We both love our countries, our families and our lives, and we both are friendly toward each other, and are interested in each other."

"It is the convergence of many streams of goodwill and friendship that has created a strong current surging across the vast Pacific Ocean."

"It is the reaching out to each other by our peoples that has time and again brought China-U.S relations from a low ebb back onto the right track."

"I am convinced that once open, the door of China-U.S. relations cannot be shut again. Once started, the cause of China-U.S. friendship cannot be derailed halfway."

"The tree of our peoples' friendship has grown tall and strong, and it can surely withstand the assault of any wind or storm."

"The future of China-U.S. relations will be created by our peoples. The more difficulties there are, the greater the need for us to forge a closer bond between our peoples and to open our hearts to each other. ...[M]ore people need to speak up for this relationship."

"We should build more bridges and pave more roads for people-to-people interactions. We must not erect barriers or create a chilling effect."

"We hope that our peoples will make more visits, contacts and exchanges, and write new stories of friendship in the new era."

"I... hope that California and San Francisco will continue to take the lead on the journey of growing China-U.S. friendship."

"[W]e are in an era of challenges and changes. It is also an era of hope."

"The world needs China and the United States to work together for a better future. We, the largest developing country, that is China, and the largest developed country, the United States, we must get along with each other."

"In a world of changes and chaos it is ever more important for us to have the mind, assume the vision, shoulder the responsibility and play the role that comes along with our status as major countries."

"I've always had one question on my mind. How to steer the giant ship of China-U.S. relations clear of hidden rocks and shores, navigate it through storms and waves without getting disoriented, losing speed or even having a collision? In this respect, the number one question for us is, "Are we adversaries or partners?" This is the fundamental and overarching issue."

"The logic is quite simple. If one sees the other side as a primary competitor, the most consequential geopolitical challenge and a pacing threat, it will only lead to misinformed policy-making, misguided actions and unwanted results."

"China is ready to be a partner and friend of the United States. The fundamental principles that we follow in handling China-U.S. relations are mutual respect, and win-win cooperation."

"Just as mutual respect is a basic code of behavior for individuals, it is fundamental for China-U.S. relations."

"The United States is unique in its history, culture and geographical position, which have shaped its distinct development paths and social system. We fully respect all of this. The path of socialism with Chinese characteristics has been found under the guidance of the theory of scientific socialism and is rooted in the tradition of the Chinese civilization with an uninterrupted history of more than 5,000 years. We are proud of our choice, just as you are proud of yours. Our paths are different, but both are the paths of our peoples, and both lead to the realization of the common values of humanity. They should be both respected."

"is a basic norm for international relations and it's even more of a baseline that China and the United States should hold onto as two major countries."

"It is wrong to view China, which is committed to peaceful development, as a threat and thus play a against it. China never bets against the United States, and never interferes in its internal affairs. China has no intention to challenge the United States or to unseat it. Instead, we will be glad to see a confident, open, ever-growing and prosperous United States."

"Likewise, the United States should not bet against China or interfere in China's internal affairs. It should instead welcome a peaceful, stable and prosperous China."

"Win-win cooperation is the trend of the times, and it is also an inherent property of China-U.S. relations. China is pursuing high quality development and the United States is revitalizing its economy. There is plenty of room for our cooperation and we are fully able to help each other succeed and achieve win-win outcomes."

"The as well as the Global Development Initiative, the and the Global Civilization Initiative proposed by China are open to all countries at all times, including the United States. China is also ready to participate in U.S. proposed multilateral cooperation initiatives."

"This morning President Biden and I agreed to promote dialogue and cooperation in the spirit of mutual respect in areas including diplomacy, economy and trade, people to people exchange, education, science and technology, agriculture, military, law enforcement and artificial intelligence. We agreed to make the cooperation list longer and the pile of cooperation bigger."

"Secretary Raimando mentioned the issue of . ...China sympathizes deeply with the American people, especially the young, for the sufferings that has inflicted upon them. President Biden and I have agreed to set up a working group on counter-narcotics to further our cooperation and help the United States tackle drug abuse."

"[T]o increase exchanges between our peoples, especially between the youth, China is ready to invite 50,000 young Americans to China on exchange and study programs in the next 5 years."

"Pandas have long been envoys of friendship between the Chinese and American peoples. We are ready to continue our cooperation with the United States..."

"China is the largest developing country in the world. The Chinese people long for better jobs, better lives and better education for their children. This is what the 1.4 billion Chinese hold dear to their hearts. The Communist Party of China (CPC) is committed to working for the people and for our people's expectation for a better life is our goal. This means we must work hard to secure their support. Thanks to a century of exploration and struggle we have found the development path that suits us. We are now advancing the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation on all fronts, by pursuing Chinese modernization. We are committed to striving in unity to achieve modernization for all Chinese."

"A large population is a fundamental aspect of China's reality, but now we have to give the crown of the biggest population in the world to India. China is now home to the second largest population. So for China our achievements, however great, would be very small when divided by 1.4 billion, but a problem, however small, would be huge when multiplied by 1.4 billion. This is a unique challenge for a country of our size. In the meantime, big also means strength."

"The leadership of the CPC, the system of socialism with Chinese characteristics, and the endorsement and support of the people are our greatest strength. China boasts a super large economy and a super large market. Not long ago the 6th annual was held. It attracted over 3,400 business exhibitors from 128 countries, including the United States. The exhibition area of American companies have been the largest for 6 consecutive years."

"Modernization for 1.4 billion Chinese is a huge opportunity that China provides to the world. We are committed to prosperity for all, to deliver a better life to each and every Chinese."

"To eliminate poverty is the millenia-old dream of the Chinese nation and prosperity for all is the longing of all Chinese."

"Before I turned 16 I was in a village in province where I lived and farmed with the villagers. I spent seven years there and I knew about their worries and needs. Now, half a century on, I always feel confident and strong when staying with the people."

"Serving the people selflessly and living up to their expectations is not a slogan. This is my lifelong commitment."

"When I became General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee and President of the People's Republic of China 100 million people were still living below the poverty line set by the United Nations. Thanks to 8 years of tenacious efforts we lifted them all out of poverty. We realized the poverty reduction goal of the U.N. 2030 agenda for sustainable development 10 years ahead of schedule. In this process over 1,800 CPC members lost their lives in the line of duty."

"Our goal is not to have just a few wealthy people, but to realize common prosperity for all. Employment, education, medical services, childcare, elderly care, housing, the environment and the like. These are real issues, important to people's daily life and close to their heart. They are being steadily integrated into our top-level plans for national development, thus ever-increasing the sense of fulfillment, happiness and security of our people."

"We stand by our Moroccan brothers with all our means in this difficult day."

"Our deepest condolences to HM King Mohammed VI and all Moroccans for the lives lost in the horrible earthquake in the Marrakesh region. I wish those injured a fast recovery. Ukraine stands in solidarity with Morocco during this tragic time."

"[...] condolences to the government and people of Morocco, the families of the victims of this tragedy, as well as its wishes for a fast recovery for all those who were injured"

"As a token of my solidarity with the people of Morocco affected by this tragedy, I have asked the Gaden Phodrang Foundation of the Dalai Lama to make a donation towards the rescue and relief efforts."

"Last night's earthquake in Morocco leaves us deeply saddened and we offer our condolences to His Majesty the King, the victimized families and the entire Moroccan people, our neighbors. Portugal is supportive and available to support Morocco at this difficult time."

"I learnt with great sadness of the tragic consequences of the earthquake that hit the kingdom of Morocco, expressing sincere condolences to the king, the Moroccan people, and the families of the victims"

"I am shocked to learn that a strong earthquake has occurred in your distinguished country, causing great casualties and property damage. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, I would like to express my deep grief for the victims and sincere condolences to the families. I trust that, under the leadership of His Majesty the King, the Moroccan government and people will be able to overcome the impact of this disaster and rebuild their homeland at an early date"

"Solidarity with Morocco and our friends, the Moroccan people after the night’s terrible quake. Compassionate thoughts for the victims and their families and admiration for the work of rescue crews who relentlessly help the injured"

"Awful images are reaching us from Morocco. Together with the people of Morocco, we mourn the victims of the terrible earthquake. Our thoughts are with them and all those who are searching for those buried in these hours and fighting for the lives of the many injured"

"Please accept my sincere condolences on the tragic consequences of the devastating earthquake in the central regions of your country. Russia shares the worry and sorrow of the friendly people of Morocco. Please convey words of sympathy and support to the families and friends of the victims, as well as wishes for a speedy recovery to all those who have suffered as a result of this natural disaster"

"All my solidarity with the people of Morocco in the face of the terrible earthquake … Spain stands with the victims of this tragedy and their families"

"Spain has offered Morocco, if it deems it necessary, both its rescue capacities, which in these moments are the most important, as well as its rebuilding capacity once this moment has passed. What is important right now is to save the greatest number of lives possible."

"I offer my condolences to my brother King Mohammed VI, and the victims of the earthquake. We are saddened by this incident, and we stand by our brothers and express our solidarity with them in these difficult times. May God protect Morocco."

"In this tragic hour, my thoughts are with the people of Morocco. May the injured recover at the earliest. India is ready to offer all possible assistance to Morocco in this difficult time."