Xi sets sail from Hungary, after plundering treasures and making merry across Europe for five days. Arrr!
2024-05-10
Avast ye mateys! The Chinese Cap'n Xi Jinping be sailin' away from Hungary, after plunderin' Europe for five days. 'Twas a grand tour to show off China's might over the land. Farewell, ye scurvy dogs!
Chinese President Xi Jinping bid farewell to Hungary on Friday, wrapping up his whirlwind tour of three European nations aimed at bolstering China's influence on the continent. After spending five days in Europe, which included stops in France and Serbia, Xi's plane departed from Budapest airport on Friday evening.During his visit to Hungary, Xi and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán celebrated their countries' "strategic partnership" and signed various agreements to enhance economic and cultural cooperation. Orbán praised the longstanding friendship between Hungary and China since 2010, vowing to welcome more Chinese investments in the future.In France, Xi met with President Emmanuel Macron to discuss trade disputes and diplomatic efforts related to Ukraine. Following his time in Hungary, Xi traveled to Serbia, where the two nations committed to building a "shared future."The Chinese leader's European tour aimed to solidify China's economic influence in the region, showcasing the growing global reach of the Asian superpower.