The Communist Part of China (CPC) and the European People's
Party (EPP) on Wednesday expressed the common hope to develop
dialogue and friendly exchanges.
Wang Jiarui, head of the International Department of the CPC
Central Committee, said in a meeting with an EPP delegation led by
president Wilfried Martens that the CPC values the important role
of the EPP in promoting the integration of Europe and developing
China-Europe relations.
Wang said the CPC would like to transcend ideological
differences, and establish and enhance communication between the
two parties to contribute to the sound and stable development of
the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and the
Europe.
Martens said his party attaches great importance to developing
its relationship with China and would like to conduct political
dialogue and friendly exchanges with the CPC.
This would contribute to the EPP's development, the integration
of Europe, overall Europe-China relations and world peace and
prosperity, Martens added.
This was the first EPP delegation to visit China.
(Xinhua News Agency November 30, 2006)
