On January 2, 2025, President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Ecuador are comprehensive strategic partners. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations 45 years ago, China-Ecuador relations have maintained a sound momentum of development. In recent years, the two sides have strengthened political mutual trust, achieved fruitful results in practical cooperation in various fields and deepened the China-Ecuador friendship. In particular, the smooth signing and entry into force of the China-Ecuador Free Trade Agreement has strongly promoted the upgrading of economic and trade cooperation and injected new impetus into the development of bilateral relations. Xi Jinping said, he attaches great importance to the development of China-Ecuador relations and is ready to work with President Daniel Noboa to take the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries as a new starting point, continue the traditional friendship, deepen exchanges and cooperation in various fields and elevate China-Ecuador relations to a new level.

Daniel Noboa said, the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Ecuador and China is a milestone of far-reaching significance. Over the past 45 years, the two sides have established a comprehensive strategic partnership on the basis of mutual respect and trust and achieved fruitful results in cooperation in various fields. Ecuador's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative and the entry into force of the Ecuador-China Free Trade Agreement have greatly improved the well-being of the two peoples. Ecuador is willing to continue working closely with China to deepen friendship, dialogue and cooperation and build a future of common prosperity.