China on Tuesday held a ceremony for the publication of a book
containing 25 important documents on China-India relations since
the two countries established diplomatic ties 56 years ago.
Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing and Indian Ambassador to China
Nalin Surie attended the ceremony, which was held at the Diaoyutai
State Guesthouse.
Li said China-India relationship has entered a new stage of
development since the two countries declared last year to form a
strategic and cooperative partnership for peace and prosperity.
China-India relations have become more mature, he said.
"China and India, with similar national conditions and
respective strength, share extensive common interests and a great
potential for cooperation," Li said.
He noted that China and India have joined their hands in pursuit
of a common development to benefit both peoples, who account for
two fifths of the world population. Such cooperation is of
significance for the peace, stability and development in Asia and
the world at large.
Expressing his thanks to China for publishing the book, Surie
hoped that a more comprehensive book including all important
documents on India-China relations since India declared
independence could be published later this year.
He also praised India-China relationship, saying it has
undergone "sustained growth and diversification."
(Xinhua News Agency March 29, 2006)
