On October 29, Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a telegram of condolence to King Philip VI of Spain regarding the collision and derailment of high-speed trains in Spain.
Xi Jinping noted that it was with great sadness that he learned of the tragic incident in Toledo County, which resulted in many casualties and injuries.
"On behalf of the government and people of China, I express my deepest condolences for the loss of life and sincere sympathy to the families of the victims. I wish a speedy recovery to all the victims," the cable said.
On the same day, the head of the State Council of the People's Republic of China Li Qiang sent a telegram of condolence to the Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez.