On August 30, 2022, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Tuimalealiifano Vaaletoa Sualauvi II on his re-appointment as Head of State of the Independent State of Samoa.

Xi Jinping pointed out, China and Samoa are comprehensive strategic partners featuring mutual respect and common development. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, bilateral relations have made great progress, which has promoted the common interests of both sides. I attach great importance to the development of China-Samoa relations and stand ready to work with you to enhance political mutual trust between the two countries, expand friendly exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and enrich bilateral relations, so as to deliver benefits to the two countries and two peoples.