# Xi and Papua New Guinea governor-general exchange congratulations on 50 years of diplomatic ties

https://mins.news/en/item/97407

- China News Service, 2026-10-13 03:17 UTC
- Politics
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/china/2026-10-13/detail-ihfmcrte5284256.shtml

> Chinese President Xi Jinping and Papua New Guinea Governor-General Bob Dadae exchanged messages marking 50 years of diplomatic relations. Xi called for stronger friendship and cooperation, while Dadae reaffirmed Papua New Guinea’s adherence to the one-China principle. Premier Li Qiang and Prime Minister James Marape also exchanged congratulations.

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