Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan and his Bulgarian counterpart
Veselin Bliznakov held talks in Beijing on Tuesday, agreeing to
promote bilateral military ties.
"The Chinese armed forces are ready to develop the friendly and
cooperative ties with the Bulgarian armed forces and make
contributions to promoting the friendly cooperation between the two
countries," said Cao, who is also vice-chairman of China's Central
Military Commission and a State Councilor.
Hailing the traditional friendship between China and Bulgaria,
Cao said the bilateral ties have developed well, with frequent
exchanges of high-level visits and cooperation in various fields
further expanded.
Cao also briefed Bliznakov on the joint anti-terrorism drill
held by Shanghai Cooperation Organization members in August and
China's stance on Taiwan issue.
Bliznakov spoke highly of the constructive role China played in
safeguarding regional and global peace and security.
He said Bulgaria values China as a key partner in Asia, hoping
the two armed forces could strengthen cooperation. He reaffirmed
Bulgaria's adherence to the one-China policy.
(Xinhua News Agency September 26, 2007)
