Recently, Mr. Wang Chao, President of the Chinese People’s Institute of Foreign Affairs (CPIFA), sent a letter to Mr. Dominique de Villepin, former French Prime Minister, expressing sincere sympathy for France’s fight against COVID-19.

On 27th March, Mr. de Villepin wrote back to President Wang Chao, expressing his gratitude to President Wang Chao and CPIFA. Mr. de Villepin said that China had shown the way to victory with a collective and determined reaction under President Xi’s leadership. French people appreciate the support provided by the Chinese government and people from all walks of life to France through this long journey. He is confident that the friendship between two countries will be strengthened throughout this crisis.