Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao has met with Greek President Karolos Papou-lias in Athens on his second day of an official visit to the country. The premier says China, is willing to be a good friend and partner of Greece forever.

During the meeting with the Greek president, Wen Jiabao said "the China-Greece friendship and cooperation have gone through tests, and are facing a bright future." He added that "China is willing to work towards common development."

The premier said he witnessed the Greek government and people's unremitting efforts in coping with the challenges of the international financial crisis. Wen also expressed his belief that Greece could overcome these temporary difficulties and attain new development.