Xi: Collective efforts key to fighting virus (2)

President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Indonesian President Joko Widodo on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan, June 28, 2019. [Photo/Xinhua]

In his conversation with the Indonesian president, Xi said the Chinese people have left the most difficult time behind after making great efforts, adding that China would like to offer support and help to Indonesia to overcome its difficulties.

Xi said that China and Indonesia should join hands to encourage the G20 and the international community to focus on crisis response and global economic governance.

Noting that this year marks the 70th anniversary of China-Indonesia diplomatic relations, Xi said that China would like to deepen Belt and Road cooperation with Indonesia and promote closer bilateral ties.

The Indonesian president said that under Xi's leadership, the Chinese people have made great progress in fighting the disease, and the world should learn from China's experience.

He expressed gratitude to China for its material assistance and support, saying that this is of great significance for his country.

Noting that the virus is a common enemy of mankind, he said that Indonesia firmly opposes activities that seek to stigmatize nations.