Prime Minister Michael Somare on Thursday met with Liu Jieyi, vice minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee.

Liu, who was leading a CPC friendship delegation, said the relationship between China and Papua New Guinea exemplifies China's friendly cooperation with Pacific nations.

China appreciates Papua New Guinea's adherence to the one-China policy, and would like to make joint efforts with the country to deepen their exchanges and cooperation in all fields, Liu said.

He said China also would like to fully unleash the potential of economic and trade cooperation, and push for sound and stable development of bilateral ties between the two countries.

The CPC would like to strengthen communications with Papua New Guinea's ruling National Alliance in order to learn from each other and enhance political mutual trust, Liu said.

Somare said his country regards China as an important development partner, and he is satisfied with development of their bilateral ties.