In a meeting with visiting Myanmar Prime Minister Soe Win, who
is in Beijing on a five-day visit, President Hu Jintao
said that China will continue to develop "friendly and cooperative
ties" between the two countries.
These pledges are in line with China's commitment to building
friendships and partnerships with neighboring countries and its
policies of fostering an amicable, peaceful and prosperous
neighborhood, he said.
"There are sound foundations and favorable conditions for our
two nations to build friendly and cooperative ties since we are
neighbors and developing countries," Hu said.
Hu said
China-Myanmar relations have witnessed new progress in the new
century with the combined efforts of both sides, including frequent
state visits by the leaders of the two countries.
The two sides have strengthened cooperation in trade and
economic matters, health care, tourism and anti-drug sectors with
positive results, he said.
China and Myanmar have also cooperated closely on international
and regional issues, Hu noted.
Soe Win hailed China's economic achievements, saying he had
reached agreements with Chinese leaders on promoting bilateral
ties. He also voiced his appreciation for China's support of
Myanmar's development.
Myanmar is striving for national stability, reconciliation,
economic progress and improvement in people's living standards and
will learn from China's experience, Soe Win said.
Myanmar will also work with China to maintain regional peace and
security.
(Xinhua News Agency February 16, 2006)