Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates Suriname's new president, signaling a push for stronger ties.

Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated Jennifer Simons on her election as Suriname's president, highlighting Suriname as a strategic partner in the Caribbean. Since establishing diplomatic ties 49 years ago, China and Suriname have seen steady growth and practical cooperation. Xi expressed interest in deepening friendly and mutually beneficial relations with Simons to further enhance the bilateral strategic partnership.