Xi Jinping congratulates Donald Trump on election victory and calls for cooperation

China's President Xi Jinping congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory, emphasizing the importance of cooperation between the two nations. Xi stated that both countries would benefit from collaboration and should avoid confrontation. In his message, Xi highlighted the need for a stable and healthy relationship, aligning with the expectations of the international community. He called for mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and expanded cooperation. Xi's congratulations followed similar messages from lower-level Chinese officials, including the foreign ministry and the ambassador to the U.S. Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng also congratulated Trump's running mate, J.D. Vance.