Xi Jinping pointed out in the message that since the establishment of the diplomatic relations 40 years ago, with concerted efforts of both sides, China and Samoa have maintained sound development in bilateral relations, and the China-Samoa friendship runs deep in the hearts of both peoples.
He had a successful meeting with Prime Minister Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi in Fiji last year, agreeing to establish a strategic partnership of mutual respect and common development.