Portuguese Ambassador to China, Paul Nassimento, recently stated in Beijing that China has played a positive role in promoting global economic recovery. During this year's Chinese People's Congress and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Naximento said in an interview with Xinhua News Agency, "China is Portugal's largest trading partner in Asia and an important source of investment for Portugal. Portugal hopes to expand exports to China to balance bilateral trade, and we also welcome China to invest in Portugal.". The sustainable development of China's economy has greatly benefited Portugal, and similarly, China plays a positive role in promoting world economic recovery Naximento stated that he has attended the two sessions multiple times. He said that summarizing China's achievements over the past year and making prospects and predictions for China's future development direction during the two sessions is considered a major event in China's political life. Meanwhile, this is also a window for Portugal to observe and understand Chinese politics. When it comes to China's global development initiative, global security initiative, and global civilization initiative, Naximento believes that the positive measures taken by China to promote global development and help developing countries are of great significance. Naximento hopes that the two countries can strengthen cooperation in this field. Nassimento also mentioned that all countries should jointly abide by the United Nations Charter, adhere to dialogue and consultation, and resolve disputes through peaceful means. He said that Portugal and China are both committed to practicing true multilateralism, actively promoting the development of multilateral mechanisms, and maintaining the international system with the United Nations at its core. China, as a responsible major country, is committed to global development and enhancing the well-being of its people. At the same time, China's development trend is also unstoppable. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Portugal and China, as well as the 25th anniversary of Macau's return. Naximento said that Portugal China relations have maintained a good development momentum all along. Portugal actively participates in the "the Belt and Road" initiative, which benefits the two peoples. Portugal hopes to have more cooperation with China in areas such as economy, trade, clean energy, technology, and health. Naximento specifically mentioned that Confucius Institutes have effectively promoted cultural exchanges between the two countries. Confucius Institutes are established in cities such as Lisbon, and many universities in China are also teaching Portuguese. He also feels honored that this cultural exchange can contribute to consolidating friendly cooperation between the two countries. When it comes to the aspect where China's development is most deeply felt, he said that China is increasingly focusing on sustainable environmental development and improving quality of life, providing a model for development for other countries. Naximento really likes China. He said, "I often eat Chinese food, visit museums, temples, and meet different Chinese people on the road, which is very interesting for me. I want to gain a deeper understanding of this country and tell the Portuguese about China's development and changes, and what the real China is like." (Xinhua)
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