On July 17, 2012, Vice President Xi Jinping met with Vuk Jeremic, President-elect of the 67th Session of the UN General Assembly and Serbian Foreign Minister at the Great Hall of the People.

Xi stressed the importance of the UN's role in the face of a growing tendency toward multipolarity, the hard recovery of the global economy and profound reforms in international systems and mechanisms. "The United Nations, as a universal inter-governmental international organization with the highest authority, should play a core role in global governance," Xi said. He added that China will firmly abide by the rules and principles of the UN Charter, fulfill the country's responsibilities and obligations and make active contributions for the development of the UN's causes. He said that China will continue to support and participate in efforts made by the UN in multiple areas, as well as support the UN General Assembly president.

Xi said China and Serbia enjoy a profound traditional friendship. In recent years, both sides have maintained close high-level contacts, enhanced political mutual trust and made positive progress in pragmatic cooperation in various fields. The two countries have also communicated with and supported each other in international affairs. China is willing to make joint efforts with the Serbian side, to further deepen mutually beneficial cooperation and promote the continuous development of bilateral strategic partnership.

Echoing Xi's views on the current situation and the role of the UN, Jeremic said the 67th session will prioritize issues of great concern, such as the promotion of sustainable development, and maintain unity among UN members. He spoke highly of the contributions made by China to the United Nations and voiced willingness to boost cooperation with China. Jeremic hailed the fruitful cooperation between China and Serbia in all areas, adding that Serbia attaches high importance to its strategic partnership with China and will further promote their cooperation and friendship.