Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping extended congratulations on Sunday to Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah on the country's 41st anniversary of independence. In his congratulatory message, Xi highlighted the longstanding friendship between China and Brunei, emphasizing the deep political mutual trust and practical cooperation that has developed since the establishment of diplomatic ties more than 30 years ago. This relationship serves as an example of equality and win-win cooperation between countries of different sizes.

According to Namibia Press Agency, during Sultan Hassanal's recent state visit to China, both nations reached a significant consensus on building a China-Brunei community with a shared future, marking a new chapter in their cooperative efforts. Xi expressed his high regard for the development of China-Brunei relations and expressed his readiness to collaborate with Sultan Hassanal to further the building of this community. This collaboration aims to bring more benefits to their respective countries and peoples, contributing to regional peace, stability, development, and prosperity.