China and Indonesia are celebrating 75 vibrant years of diplomatic ties that blend dynamic trade, cultural exchange, and innovative projects reshaping the region. Leaders from both sides exchanged warm congratulations, marking a journey full of accomplishments and future promise.
A day before this milestone, 200 kilograms of fresh Indonesian coconuts landed in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, symbolizing new growth in economic and trade cooperation. Song Jing from Fuzhou Customs shared, "China's vast market provides significant export opportunities for Indonesian coconuts," highlighting benefits for both the coconut industry and related sectors like processing and logistics 🚀.
Bilateral trade is booming too. In 2024, trade nearly reached $148 billion, and in the first two months of 2025, the trade volume hit 172.57 billion yuan (around $24 billion), marking a 4.7% year-on-year increase. Major projects such as the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway—Southeast Asia's first of its kind—have already transported over eight million passengers since its completion in 2023, dramatically reducing travel times and boosting regional development 🚄.
Education and culture are at the heart of this partnership. Thousands of Indonesian students are pursuing studies in China under various scholarships and academic programs, while Chinese cuisine, martial arts, and the Spring Festival have found a welcoming audience in Indonesia, now celebrated as a national festival 🎉. Tourism is also on the rise, with visa-free access and new direct flights (like the route from Guangzhou to Surabaya) making travel easier than ever. Indonesia aims to attract 2 million Chinese visitors in 2025, further strengthening people-to-people connections.
In his congratulatory message, President Xi Jinping praised the enduring friendship and urged both nations to build on this legacy for deeper cooperation and mutual development—a shining example of South-South partnership.
Cheers to 75 amazing years and many more to come!
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China, Indonesia mark 75 years with stronger trade, cultural ties
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