Ambassador Huang expressed gratitude to Chairman Pinto and the Foreign Affairs Committee for their long-standing efforts in promoting exchanges and cooperation between the legislative bodies of China and Portugal, and for supporting the comprehensive development of China-Portugal relations and bilateral cooperation. Ambassador Huang stated that the legislative bodies of both countries not only play an important role in the political life of their respective countries but are also the main drivers and participants in the development of bilateral relations. Ambassador Huang expressed his willingness to work together with Chairman Pinto to continuously advance the relationship between China and Portugal.
Chairman Pinto positively evaluated the relationship between Portugal and China, expressed happiness over the breakthrough progress in bilateral cooperation, and admired the tremendous achievements of China's economic and social development. Pinto stated that the people of Portugal and China have a long history of exchanges and deep friendship. There is a strong public opinion foundation for pragmatic cooperation between Portugal and China in broader fields. The Foreign Affairs Committee of the Portuguese Parliament is willing to maintain close communication and contact with the embassy to promote the comprehensive development of China-Portugal relations.
