On January 26, 2024, Vice Foreign Minister Deng Li attended upon invitation the reception celebrating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of China-France diplomatic relations hosted by the French Embassy in China.

Deng Li said in his speech that the two heads of state delivered video messages at the first reception celebrating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of China-France diplomatic relations last night, highly recognizing the unique China-France spirit, reviewing the glorious history of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries over the past 60 years, and actively looking forward to the bright future of the new 60 years. Despite the ever-changing world and the ever-emerging challenges, China-France relations, with their independence, confidence, pioneering spirit, openness, inclusiveness, and global vision, have increasingly become followers of multilateralism, advocates of open development, promoters of dialogue between civilizations, and leaders in global governance. The two sides should adhere to mutual respect and trust, work together, and continue to be "the force for excellence and good, friends with sincerity and mutual trust, mutually beneficial partners, and models of exchanges and mutual learning."

French Ambassador to China Bertrand Lortholary said in his speech that over the past 60 years, under the guidance and promotion of the leaders of the two countries, France-China relations have maintained a high level of development. France is willing to work with China to take the opportunity of celebrating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries and holding the Year of Cultural and Tourism to maintain the momentum of high-level exchanges, actively promote cooperation in economy, trade, culture, and other fields, and provide solutions for jointly addressing global challenges and safeguarding world peace and development.