Defense ministers of China and East Timor vow to further promote
military exchanges in their talks held in Beijing Thursday.
"China will continue to enhance exchanges and cooperation with
East Timor to further boost development of nation-to-nation and
military relations," said Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan in talks
with his East Timor counterpart Roque Rodrigues.
Since the two countries established diplomatic ties, China and
East Timor have expanded their cooperation in various fields,
including military. Bilateral relations have ushered into a new
phase, said Cao, who is also vice chairman of the Chinese Central
Military Commission and a state councilor.
Cao also expressed his appreciation for East Timor's support on
the Taiwan issue.
Rodrigues said the smooth development of bilateral relations
complies with the interests of people in both countries, pledging
to work on deepening relations between the two countries and two
armies.
Rodrigues reiterated his firm adherence to the one-China
policy.
(Xinhua News Agency February 24, 2006)
