Premier Wen Jiabao exchanged congratulatory messages on
Wednesday with his Cook Islands counterpart Jim Marurai on the 10th
anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
Bilateral exchanges and cooperation in various fields have been
expanding since the two countries established diplomatic ties 10
years ago, and mutual understanding and the friendship between the
two peoples have also been increased, Wen said in his message.
The Chinese government highly values and will continue to
develop its friendly relations and cooperation with the Cook
Islands on the basis of mutual respect and equality, he said.
China is ready to work together with the Cook Islands to deepen
their cooperation and push forward the development of bilateral
ties, Wen said.
In his message, Marurai said his country and China have enjoyed
a close and fruitful relationship.
The Cook Island is ready to join efforts with China to further
promote the friendship between the two peoples, he said.
Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi also exchanges congratulatory
messages with Cook Islands Minister of Foreign Affairs and
Immigration Hon Wilkie Rasmussen.
(Xinhua News Agency July 26, 2007)
