China will continue to improve diplomatic relations with Myanmar
and to develop their "friendly and cooperative ties" in order to
benefit both countries and peoples, said President Hu Jintao in
Beijing on Wednesday.
Hu made the remark when he was meeting with visiting Myanmar
Prime Minister Soe Win, who is in Beijing on a five-day visit.
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 told Soe Win in the Great
Hall of the People.
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 achievements in economic growth, saying
he had reached agreements with Chinese leaders on promoting
bilateral ties during his successful visit. 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, said Soe Win.
Myanmar will also work with China to maintain regional peace and
security.
(Xinhua News Agency February 16, 2006)
