Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun held talks in Beijing on the 27th with visiting Mozambican Defense Minister Cristóvão Chume.

　　Dong Jun said that the friendship between China and Mozambique has grown ever stronger over time, and that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Nyusi, the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries has deepened. In recent years, exchanges between the two militaries have become increasingly close, with fruitful cooperation outcomes. Deepening military-to-military cooperation is of strategic significance for achieving common development and safeguarding regional stability. China attaches great importance to friendly cooperation with the Mozambican military and is willing to work with Mozambique to translate the consensus of the two heads of state into concrete results, strengthen practical cooperation in areas such as maintaining stability and counterterrorism, maritime security, and personnel training, and continuously push the bilateral military relationship to new heights.

　　Chume said that Mozambique firmly adheres to the one-China principle and firmly supports China in safeguarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The friendship between the Mozambican and Chinese militaries dates back to ancient times, and he thanked China for its valuable support and assistance to Mozambique's national defense development over the years. He expressed the hope that both sides will continue to strengthen friendly exchanges and create new highlights in cooperation.

　　Before the talks, Dong Jun held a welcome ceremony for Chume and accompanied him in reviewing the honor guard of the Chinese People's Liberation Army.