Rio de Janeiro: Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in pivotal discussions with French and German leaders on Tuesday during the G20 summit held in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro, emphasizing Beijing's intent to strengthen strategic partnerships and enhance mutual cooperation with both nations. According to Anadolu Agency, Xi's meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron focused on deepening "strategic communication" and reinforcing mutually beneficial cooperation to maintain steady and positive growth in China-France relations. Xi highlighted the importance of the bilateral relationship, citing it as having "unique strategic value and global significance." In a separate meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Xi expressed China's willingness to solidify the "all-round strategic partnership" with Germany and foster more collaborative success stories. He underscored the critical role of China and Germany as the world's second and third largest economies, noting their significant influence on global developmen t at this crucial juncture.