Slovak President Peter Pellegrini heads to China for three‑day state visit

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Slovak President Peter Pellegrini will depart on Sunday 26 July for a three‑day state visit to the People’s Republic of China, the first by a Slovak head of state in 16 years. The trip, undertaken at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, includes meetings with Xi, Premier Li Qiang and National People’s Congress Chairman Zhao Leji.

The agenda focuses on deepening Slovak‑Chinese economic ties, high‑value investment, and cooperation in science, research, industry, transport, logistics, agriculture and tourism, as well as discussion of current international issues. Pellegrini will also tour leading Chinese technology sites, notably the AI and cloud company Baidu and the Robot Mall – the world’s first centre dedicated to commercial humanoid robots.

Chinese officials have described Slovakia as an important partner for China in Europe, highlighting the long‑standing diplomatic relationship and prospects for expanded collaboration under initiatives such as the Belt and Road.

Entities: Baidu · Li Qiang · Peter Pellegrini · Xi Jinping · Zhao Leji

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[● 5 SOURCES] This is the first visit by a Slovak head of state to China in 16 years. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 7 SOURCES] Discussions will focus on Slovak‑Chinese relations, economic cooperation and high‑value investment. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 7 SOURCES] Pellegrini will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and NPC Standing Committee Chairman Zhao Leji. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 4 SOURCES] The visit is at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 7 SOURCES] Pellegrini will visit Baidu, a leading AI and cloud technology company. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 7 SOURCES] Talks will cover cooperation in science, research, industry, transport, logistics, agriculture and tourism. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] He will also visit Robot Mall, the world’s first centre showcasing commercial use of humanoid robots. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 7 SOURCES] Slovak President Peter Pellegrini is traveling to China for a three‑day state visit. (Belongs‑true articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] China described Slovakia as an important partner in Europe during comments on Pellegrini's visit.