On January 14, President Xi Jinping called Aoun to congratulate him on his as President of the Lebanese Republic.

Xi Jinping pointed out that China is traditionally friendly with Lebanon. In recent years, the relationship between the two countries has maintained a good development momentum, political mutual trust has been strengthened, and people's friendship has deepened. I attach great importance to the development of China-Lakish relations and am willing to work with the President to promote the development of China-Lakish friendly relations and mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields, so as to better benefit the people of both countries. China will continue to firmly support Lebanon in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity and continue to provide assistance to Lebanon in developing its economy and improving people's livelihood.