Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan held talks with his Argentinian
counterpart Nilda Garre in Beijing on Tuesday.
Defense Minister Cao
Gangchuan (L) holds a welcoming ceremony for Argentine Defense
Minister Nilda Garre in Beijing, capital of China, Aug. 21,
2007.
Carre started her China tour on Sunday and she is the first
Argentinean defense minister to visit China since the two countries
established diplomatic ties.
Cao spoke highly of the development of bilateral state and
military relations, saying China values its ties with Argentina and
believes their partnership will forge ahead.
China will step up high-level visits and exchanges between young
military officers and promote cooperation in personnel training
with Argentina, Cao said.
The two sides also exchanged views on issues of common
concern.
Carre said Argentina appreciates China's support and assistance
over the years and will work with China in deepening cooperation
between the two armed forces.
Argentina adheres to the one-China policy and opposes "Taiwan
independence," and supports China's efforts in preparing for the
Olympics and Shanghai World Expo, she said.
(Xinhua News Agency August 22, 2007)
