World leaders congratulate Xi on election as CPC chief (7)

"I am fully convinced the decisions taken in this framework will lead to the deepening of the relationship between the People's Republic of China and the European Union, to a strengthening of friendship and of good relations between us," he said.

Acting leader of the Party for Democracy and Socialism and Niger Foreign Minister Mohamed Bazoum, said in a message he wished Xi and other CPC leaders success in implementing the resolutions and policies of the 18th National Congress of the CPC.

"I am convinced under your briliant leadership, China will continue to have success in promoting social development and the people's well-being, and protect international peace and development as in the past," he said.

The leader of the Czech Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia, Vojtech Filip, said in a congratulatory message Xi's new role was of great importance to the prosperity of China's society and its hardworking people.

"We are convinced that, under your leadership, the CPC will be sure to play an important role in international affairs," he said.

President of the Social Democratic Party of Moldova Victor Selin said: "The XVIII Congress of the party demonstrates for the whole world the Communist Party of China is a power not only for Chinese people, but also for all the international society, which followed these days the work of the congress and awaited your appointment as General Secretary."