On February 13, 2022, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Frank-Walter Steinmeier on his re-election as President of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Xi Jinping pointed out in the congratulatory message, this year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Germany. I attach great importance to the development of China-Germany relations, and stand ready to work with you to enrich the connotations of the China-Germany all-round strategic partnership and elevate bilateral relations to a new high.