On June 21, 2021, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Ebrahim Raisi on his election as president of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Xi Jinping pointed out in his message that China and Iran are comprehensive strategic partners, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. I highly value the development of China-Iran ties, and stand ready to work with President Raisi to strengthen bilateral strategic communication, consolidate political mutual trust, and broaden and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation of China and Iran in various fields, so as to benefit the two countries and their people.