In a written speech issued upon his arrival, Xi extended sincere greetings and best wishes to the U.S. people on behalf of the Chinese people.
China and the United States are both great countries, and the two peoples are both great peoples, Xi said in the speech, adding that the two peoples have maintained friendly exchanges for a long time and their interests are deeply intertwined.
China and the United States should be partners, not rivals, he said, noting that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and making America great again can go hand in hand, and that the two countries can help each other succeed and advance the well-being of the whole world. (Xinhua/GSF)