Chinese President Xi Jinping highlights strong China-Serbia bond and their shared cultural history during a banquet in Belgrade.

Chinese President Xi Jinping shared his fond memories of Yugoslav films and songs, such as "The Bridge" and "Bella Ciao," during his youth, during a welcoming banquet in Belgrade, Serbia. Xi emphasised the strong bond between China and Serbia, with the latter serving as "the gateway to the Balkans" due to its location on the continent. Xi praised the resilient and kind character of the Serbian people, shaped by centuries of interaction between diverse civilizations on the Eurasian continent.