On May 10, 2023, President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence to President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Felix Tshisekedi over the disastrous rainstorms in the country.
Xi Jinping said upon learning of the recent disastrous rainstorms that caused heavy casualties and property losses in the DRC, he would like to extend, on behalf of the Chinese government and people, deep condolences to the victims and sincere sympathies to the bereaved families, the injured and the affected people. He expressed confidence that the DRC will be able to overcome the difficulties and rebuild the homeland.