Xi extends condolences to Uruguayan president over Mujica's death

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Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday extended condolences to Uruguayan President Yamandu Orsi over the death of former president Jose Mujica.

He stated that throughout Mujica’s life, he was committed to advancing China-Uruguay relations and made positive contributions to the friendship between the two nations. 

President Xi expressed his willingness to work with President Orsi to further advance the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Uruguay.