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China, South Sudan strengthen cooperation in health sector

China and South Sudan have agreed to boost cooperation in the health sector by enhancing knowledge sharing, capacity building, and hospital to hospital collaboration.

Xi-Trump phone talk a good first step in fostering China-U.S. dialogue

The phone talk held by Chinese President Xi Jinping with his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump is a good first step in fostering the China-U.S. dialogue and provides a platform for further cooperation, U.S. experts said Friday.

China hopes U.S.to properly handle issues regarding Taiwan: FM spokesperson

China on Friday expressed hope that the United States could properly handle issues regarding Taiwan, so that the overall cooperation between the two countries is not affected.

Constructive China-U.S. ties beneficial for both sides, world

The China-U.S. relationship now sees a positive sign as U.S. President Donald Trump told his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, over phone that his country is ready to work with China to take bilateral ties to new historical heights.

Xi, Trump agree to boost win-win cooperation, develop constructive China-U.S. ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump pledged Friday to boost win-win cooperation in a variety of areas and develop a constructive China-U.S. relationship.

Xi's Swiss tour speeches published

An offprint of the speeches given by President Xi Jinping at the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) in January has been published by the People's Publishing House.

Xi, Trump agree to boost cooperation in trade, investment, int'l affairs

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump on Friday agreed to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation in trade and economy, investment as well as international affairs.

Xi appreciates U.S. gov't's adherence to one-China policy in phone talks with Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping said he appreciated his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, for stressing that the U.S. government adheres to the one-China policy.

China appreciates Trump's greetings on Chinese Lantern Festival

China on Thursday confirmed that it has received a letter to President Xi Jinping, sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, who extended his greetings ahead of the Lantern Festival.

China invites Britain's May to visit "at appropriate time"

China will welcome British Prime Minister Theresa May at an appropriate time, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said on Wednesday, providing no details about the timing of the visit.

Mainland opposes Uygur separatist visiting Taiwan

The Chinese mainland resolutely opposes Rebiya Kadeer, a Uygur separatist, visiting Taiwan and participating in any activities on the island, a spokesperson said Wednesday.

Meddling in Diaoyu Islands issue doomed to be bad deal for Washington

Three days after U.S. defense chief James Mattis' remarks on the Diaoyu Islands in Tokyo, China conducted a new round of regular patrol in the territorial waters of the Diaoyu Islands on Monday, showing the world its firm will and determination to safeguard its national sovereignty.

China urges U.S. to correct unfair anti-dumping duties on steel products

China urged the United States to correct its unfair decision to impose high anti-dumping and countervailing duties on imports of Chinese stainless steel sheet and strip, according to a statement released Saturday by the Ministry of Commerce (MOC).

Why does Japanese embassy 'act as a spy'?

On Jan. 29, the second day of China's Lunar New Year, The Times, a British national newspaper, published a report entitled "Rifkind a stooge in secret PR war on China," saying that the Henry Jackson Society (HJS), a U.K. think tank, is paid a total of 15,000 pounds per month by the Japanese embassy in the U.K. to voice opposition to Chinese foreign policy. Former British Foreign Secretary Malcolm Rifkind was approached by HJS and served as a stooge in this disgraceful deal.

Continuous cooperation serves interests of China, United States: Chinese State Councilor

Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi said Friday that China and the United States, with extensive common interests and colossal potential for cooperation, should continue their cooperation in line with the interests of the two countries and two peoples.

China urges U.S. to stop making wrong remarks on Diaoyu Islands

China on Friday urged the United States to stop making wrong remarks on the issue of the Diaoyu Islands sovereignty after U.S. defense secretary James Mattis reportedly said the U.S.-Japan mutual defense treaty applies to the islands.

Chinese FM to visit Australia, New Zealand

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is to pay an official visit to Australia and New Zealand from Feb. 7-10 at the invitation of his Australian and New Zealand counterparts Julie Bishop and Murray McCully.

China, U.S. should respond to difficulties by cooperation instead of conflict: Chinese ambassador

China and the United States should always cooperate in the face of challenges, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Cui Tiankai said Wednesday.

Commentary: China is an opportunity for Europe, not a threat

A senior EU politician said recently that China represents an external threat to Europe, an accusation which is groundless as well as outrageous.

Mexico seeks to bolster ties with China, attract investment

Mexico seeks to continue strengthening comprehensive ties with China and attract investment in the coming years, Foreign Affairs Minister Luis Videgaray said on Monday

Chinese, Maltese presidents exchange congratulations on 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Maltese counterpart Marie Louise Coleiro Preca on Tuesday exchanged congratulatory messages to mark the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between their two countries.

China, Africa in joint pursuit of shared prosperity: Chinese envoy

The flourishing bilateral relationship between China and African countries is based on pursuit of ideals that advance shared prosperity, says Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Liu Xianfa.

Chinese tourists, travel agencies asked to boycott right-wing Japanese hotel

China National Tourism Administration on Tuesday asked all outbound travel agencies and websites to stop cooperating with a right-wing Japanese hotel chain.

China to host key UN meeting on fighting desertification

China is to host a United Nations meeting on fighting desertification in September, an official said Sunday.

Chinese FM dismisses Taiwan's self-styled delegation to Trump's inauguration

China's Foreign Ministry on Friday dismissed Taiwan's sending of a self-styled delegation to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony, saying that the move was aimed to disrupt China-U.S. relations.

Switzerland tour throws limelight on Xi's global vision and charisma

The Old Town of Bern is usually quiet on weekends, yet the tranquility was shattered on Saturday by a group of demonstrators chanting slogans against globalization and free trade along Europe's longest weather-protected shopping alley.

Chinese president returns from Switzerland tour

President Xi Jinping returned to Beijing Thursday afternoon after his visit to Switzerland.

Sound China-India ties important to BRICS: Spokesperson

A sound China-India relationship is important to BRICS and developing countries at large, a spokesperson said Wednesday.

China hopes Britain, EU reach win-win agreement through negotiation

China hopes Britain and the European Union (EU) can reach a win-win agreement through negotiation, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Chinese historian denounces right-wing books at Japanese hotel

A Chinese historian has criticised a Japanese hotel for placing in its rooms a book denying the Nanjing Massacre and the forced recruitment of comfort women.

Chinese president's keynote speech to Davos wins worldwide applause

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday delivered a keynote speech at the 2017 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, making a strong case for advancing globalization and rejecting protectionism.

Xi meets Belgian king, supports European integration

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Belgian King Philippe here on Tuesday, expressing support to the European integration process and opposition to trade protectionism.

Xi says Belt and Road Initiative gains increasing global support, Chinese investment surpasses 50 bln USD

Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Tuesday that the circle of friends along the Belt and Road is growing bigger, and Chinese investment in the countries along the routes has surpassed 50 billion U.S. dollars in the past three years.

Xi calls for joint efforts in building long-term, stable China-U.S. relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for joint efforts by China and the United States in building a long-term, stable and cooperative relationship to meet the interests of both countries and the world.

Xi says China to play constructive role in addressing Ukraine crisis

China is willing to play a constructive role in the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Tuesday.

China angered by right-wing books at Japanese hotel

China on Tuesday was aghast at a Japanese hotel placing a book in its rooms, which denied that the Nanjing Massacre and the forced recruitment of "comfort women" ever happened.

Xi says China's development to benefit foreign business communities

China's development will continue to offer opportunities to business communities in other countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Tuesday.

Xi says China to host Belt and Road forum in May

China plans to host a Belt and Road forum for international cooperation in Beijing this May to brainstorm on interconnected development, President Xi Jinping said here on Tuesday.

Xi proposes new models of global growth, cooperation, governance, development

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday stressed the importance of pursuing new models of global growth, cooperation, governance and development.

Chinese president stresses importance of guiding globalization

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday stressed the importance of adapting to and guiding economic globalization and delivering its benefits to all.

Xi's visit opens new era in China-Switzerland partnership

President Xi Jinping's visit to Switzerland is expected to yield fruitful results and usher in a new era of innovative strategic partnership.

China, Switzerland agree to boost ties, oppose protectionism

China and Switzerland on Monday pledged to better develop their innovative strategic partnership and jointly oppose trade protectionism.

China, Vietnam agree to manage differences on South China Sea

China and Vietnam on Saturday issued a joint communique, pledging to manage maritime differences and safeguard the peace and stability of the South China Sea.

China faces big chance, responsibility to take leadership role at international level

China now faces a real chance and a big responsibility to take a leadership role at the international level, Swiss businessmen have commented ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Switzerland and his scheduled attendance at the 47th World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.

Xi's visit presents golden opportunity to deepen exemplary China-Switzerland partnership

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Switzerland starting Sunday will further boost the two countries' unique partnership, a paragon of China's interaction with the West.

Xi's signed article earns warm applause in Switzerland

The Swiss people applauded Chinese President Xi Jinping's signed article published ahead of his Jan. 15-18 state visit to Switzerland, saying more exchanges will lead to deeper friendship and better state-to-state relations.

Chinese president leaves for Switzerland

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan left Beijing on Sunday morning for a four-day visit to Switzerland.

One China policy "nonnegotiable," China tells US

China on Saturday told the United States that one China policy is the political foundation of bilateral ties and "is nonnegotiable."

Chinese president's visit to Switzerland to have stabilizing effect on Europe, world

Swiss President Doris Leuthard said Thursday that the upcoming visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping will have a stabilizing effect on both Europe and the world in light of the many changes and challenges affecting the international landscape.

Militaries of China, Vietnam to enhance cooperation

Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission Fan Changlong met with Vietnamese Defense Minister Ngo Xuan Lich Friday in Beijing.

Senior Chinese leaders meet Vietnamese party chief on stronger ties

Senior Chinese leaders Li Keqiang, Zhang Dejiang and Wang Qishan met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong in Beijing on Friday, vowing to boost relations.

China, Vietnam expected to embrace promising ties

China and Vietnam are looking forward to a promising future in relations as a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation visits Beijing at the beginning of a new year.

China's aircraft carrier returns to port after drill

China's aircraft carrier formation returned to Qingdao port Friday after finishing a drill, the Chinese navy said Friday.

A legacy to be carried on in U.S.-China relations

A new page in U.S.-China relations is set to open with a shift in White House occupancy a week away. Changes are expected on both sides of the world's most important bilateral relationship.

China continues to stand with "African brothers": spokesperson

China said Friday it would continue to stand together with its "African brothers" in the future, as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi concluded a routine visit to Africa at the start of the year.

Full Text of Chinese president's signed article in Swiss newspaper

Chinese President Xi Jinping published a signed article in the Swiss newspaper Neue Zurcher Zeitung on Friday under the title "A Shared Commitment to Practical Cooperation and Peaceful Development," ahead of his state visit to Switzerland, his attendance at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos and a tour of Geneva-based international organizations.

Chinese president's Switzerland trip to have important impact on global economy, governance -- senior diplomat

Chinese President Xi Jinping's scheduled multilateral diplomatic activities in Geneva and Davos during his upcoming visit to Switzerland will have an important and far-reaching influence on the global economic recovery and governance system reform, a senior Chinese diplomat said Wednesday.

President Xi's Davos attendance to show China a stability factor, key decision-maker in int'l community

Chinese President Xi Jinping's attendance at the upcoming World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos will show that China is a stability factor in the global community and a key global decision-maker, an Austrian expert said.

Xi's Switzerland visit to deepen bilateral partnership, advance China-EU cooperation, boost world economic confidence

Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to Switzerland and his scheduled attendance at the 47th World Economic Forum (WEF) are expected to deepen China-Switzerland partnership, advance China-Europe cooperation as a whole, and reduce uncertainties through injecting confidence and solidarity into the international business community.

Full text: Joint statement of China and Nigeria

The following is the full text of a joint statement released by China and Nigeria on Wednesday:

Nigeria reaffirms commitment to One-China policy

The Nigerian government reaffirmed its commitment to One-China policy on Wednesday, saying Nigeria will stay committed to the long-standing friendship and cooperation with China.

China, Nigeria need to deepen strategic partnership: Chinese FM

China and Nigeria need to further expand practical cooperation and deepen strategic partnership, Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here Wednesday.

China's economy, globalization to be on top of President Xi's Davos agenda

President Xi Jinping will discuss the latest developments in China's economy and more inclusive globalization during his first visit to the Davos summit.

China issues white paper on Asia-Pacific security cooperation

China on Wednesday issued a white paper on policies related to Asia-Pacific security cooperation, which also clarified the nation's stance on issues of regional concern.

China issues white paper on Asia-Pacific security cooperation

China on Wednesday issued a white paper to elaborate its policies on Asia-Pacific security cooperation and its stance on regional hotspot issues.

Chinese president to visit Switzerland, attend WEF annual meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Switzerland from Jan. 15-18, at the invitation of the Federal Council of Switzerland, a foreign ministry spokesperson announced Tuesday in Beijing.

China, Zambia to step up cooperation in industrialization, capacity building

Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here Sunday that China will continue strengthening industrial cooperation with Zambia and helping the country improve the capacity of independent development.

Vietnam's communist party chief to visit China

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong will visit China from the coming Thursday to Sunday, a spokesperson for the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee said Sunday.

Commentary: Chinese FM's African tour to give fresh boost to decades-long friendship

Following a nearly three-decade-long diplomatic tradition, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is making Africa his first overseas destination in 2017.

Int'l community expects stable China-U.S. ties: foreign ministry

A stable China-U.S. relationship is the shared expectation of the people of both countries and the international community at large, a spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry said Friday.

Sino-U.S. cooperation on infrastructure, trade promising: expert

China and the United States have great potential in infrastructure and trade cooperation in the new year to drive economic growth, said former Senior Vice President and Chief Economist of World Bank Justin Yifu Lin on Thursday.

Chinese FM calls for jointly maintaining Sino-U.S. cooperation results

China and the United States should work together to carefully maintain the outcomes of their cooperation and hold the correct direction of the development of their relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.

China urges proper settlement with ROK on THAAD issue

China on Thursday urged communication with the Republic of Korea (ROK) to find a proper solution to the ROK's deployment of an advanced U.S. missile defense system, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD).

Open mind, cooperation better benefit China, U.S. than protectionism

As Obama's chief science adviser is preparing a study that could lead to restrictions on Chinese investment in the U.S. semiconductor sector, the world's largest economy has again turned to protectionism against China.

China supports Philippines in holding ASEAN rotating presidency

China supports the Philippines in assuming the rotating presidency of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2017, said a Foreign Ministry spokesman on Wednesday.

China's Syrian issue envoy to travel abroad to work on political solution

A special envoy of the Chinese government on the Syrian issue will travel to Geneva, the European Union, Turkey and Russia in efforts to work on a political solution to the Syrian crisis.

Review and prospects of China's diplomacy

The year 2016 was eventful both to China and other countries. In addition to growing regional conflicts and incessant terrorist attacks, the presidential election of the United States, the exit of Great Britain from the EU, disputes over South Chinese Sea islands between China and the Philippines and the deployment of U.S. Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system in South Korea have all added to the uncertainty of international politics and world order and posed great challenges to China's diplomatic work.

China to work with Turkey to fight terrorism

China firmly opposes any form of terrorism and is ready to work with Turkey and the international community to prevent and respond to the threat of terrorism, said Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang on Tuesday.

Chinese foreign minister to visit five African countries

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will follow a two-decade-long diplomatic tradition to make Africa his first overseas destination in 2017, a spokesperson said Tuesday.

Xi congratulates Doris Leuthard on taking office as Swiss president

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message on Sunday to Doris Leuthard on her taking office as president of the Swiss Confederation for 2017.

Int'l experts, media hail Chinese president's congratulation on newly-launched Chinese media group

International experts and media spoke highly of Chinese President Xi Jinping's congratulations to a media organization launched Saturday, saying the media outlet will serve to better the world's understanding of China.

China urges BRICS nations to deepen partnership for brighter future

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday called on BRICS countries, namely, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, to deepen their partnership for a brighter future.

Xi, Putin exchange New Year greetings

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on Saturday exchanged congratulatory messages on the coming New Year.

China hopes to maintain close cooperation with new UN chief

China said on Friday it hoped to maintain close cooperation with Antonio Guterres, who is to replace Ban Ki-moon as UN secretary-general on Jan. 1, 2017.

China urges proper resolution of U.S.-Russia disagreements

The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday called on the United States and Russia to properly handle disagreements through friendly negotiation.

China urges implementation of Syrian ceasefire

China on Friday welcomed a nationwide ceasefire agreement signed by the Syrian government and major opposition groups Thursday, adding that implementation of the ceasfire was of key importance.

53% pessimistic about future Sino-US ties under Trump

A large majority of Chinese people view China's relations with the US as the most important bilateral ties for the country, a Global Times poll showed, although more than half of those surveyed feel pessimistic about the future ties of the pair.

China firmly opposes Japanese DM visit to notorious war shrine

China on Thursday voiced firm opposition to Japanese Defense Minister Tomomi Inada's visit to the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, saying China will lodge solemn representation to Japan on the issue.

China urges U.S. to carefully handle Taiwan issue

A mainland spokesman Wednesday said the Taiwan issue is a domestic affair, and the United States should carefully handle it by abiding with the one-China policy.

Chinese premier sends condolences to German chancellor over Berlin terror attack

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang Wednesday sent a message of condolences to German Chancellor Angela Merkel over the terrorist attack on a Christmas market in central Berlin on Monday.

Full Text: Statement of China and Norway on normalization of bilateral relations

Following is the full text of a statement between China and Norway on normalization of bilateral relations released on Monday

Chinese premier congratulates new Italian PM

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has congratulated Paolo Gentiloni on his new role as Italian prime minister.

Chinese, French FMs hold phone talks over ties, one-China principle

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday held a telephone conversation with his French counterpart Jean-Marc Ayrault on bilateral ties and the one-China principle.

China expects progress in China-Thailand railway

China pledged on Monday to work with Thailand on the joint railway project for the benefit of both countries and peoples.

Respecting each other's core interests key to healthy China-U.S. relations

If history offers any guide, respecting each other's core interests is a fundamental principle for the healthy development of China-U.S. relations.

Principles, not impulsiveness, needed for China-U.S. ties

One must, whether an individual or a country, have principles when interacting with others. For China, the One China principle is one of the foremost preconditions for building formal ties with other countries.

China, Kazakhstan pledge to enhance parliamentary cooperation

China and Kazakhstan on Tuesday pledged to further enhance parliamentary cooperation.

President Xi calls for efforts to make reforms more effective

President Xi Jinping on Monday called for further efforts to improve the effectiveness of reforms and make them beneficial in wider scopes.

Full Text: Xi's congratulatory letter to symposium on UN development right declaration

President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to an international symposium that opened Sunday in Beijing on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations' "Declaration on the Right to Development."

Xi congratulates opening of symposium on UN development right declaration

President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to an international symposium that opened Sunday in Beijing on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations' "Declaration on the Right to Development."

China lodges representations to U.S. over Trump's call with Taiwan leader

China has lodged solemn representations with the United States, urging the latter to honor its commitment to the one-China policy, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said on Saturday.

Chinese premier eyes more cooperation with Sierra Leone

Premier Li Keqiang met with Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma on Friday, calling on both countries to enhance cooperation in infrastructure development and production capacity.

Xi congratulates new king of Thailand

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday congratulated Maha Vajiralongkorn on his enthronement as king of Thailand.

Chinese president vows stronger partnership with Laos

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith in Beijing Thursday, vowing joint efforts with the country to build stronger comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation.

Xi visits Cuban embassy to mourn passing of Fidel Castro

Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a visit to the embassy of Cuba in Beijing on Tuesday morning to mourn the passing of Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro.

World should uphold globalization: Chinese premier

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said Monday the international community should stick to the direction of economic globalization and maintain the post-war international order.

Chinese vice premier calls for closer China-Germany football cooperation

Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong Saturday called on China and Germany to build a stable and sustainable football strategic cooperative partnership.

Chinese warcraft fly over Bashi Channel, Miyako Strait in drill

Warcraft from the Chinese Air Force flew over the Bashi Channel and the Miyako Strait on Friday in a west Pacific drill, an Air Force spokesman said Saturday.

History, people to remember Castro: Chinese president

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Saturday that history and people will remember Fidel Castro, calling the Cuban revolutionary leader "a great figure of our times."

Xi's visits boost Asia-Pacific cooperation, China-LatAm ties: Chinese FM

Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visits to Ecuador, Peru and Chile and his attendance at the 24th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting have promoted Asia-Pacific cooperation and China-Latin America relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Thursday.

Chinese president wraps up Latin America tour, attendance at APEC meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping left the Chilean capital of Santiago Wednesday morning after wrapping up his state visits to Ecuador, Peru and Chile, and his attendance at the 24th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima, Peru.

President Xi Jinping in Latin America

Latin America has figured in Chinese foreign policy historically as a peripheral and sometimes difficult place. There were links in the period of Mao, with Communist movements in Argentina and other countries being met at a high level in Beijing. But in terms of tangible links, they were few and far between.

Chinese – Latin America trade: An evolution of significance

The recent visit of President Xi Jinping to a number of Latin American countries during this year’s APEC summit in Peru signifies seemingly important developments in the international trade policy of China. Last year’s Chinese investment in Latin America surpassed $126 billion with enormous forthcoming prospects arising out of sectoral needs in infrastructure, network industries and information technology.

Visit to smoothen trans-Pacific trade routes

"Timing isn't everything - it's the only thing" is a mantra I used to hammer into my students and now into my staff. President Xi Jinping is visiting Ecuador, Peru and Chile, during which he will also attend the 24th APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima on Saturday and Sunday, at a critical time for Sino-Latin American relations. Needless to say his visit may have a lasting impact on China-Latin American relations.

Cooperation leads China-LatAm to common prospertiy

A Xinhua News Agency editorial published Wednesday called for better cooperation between China and Latin America (LatAm) to realize common development and prosperity.

China, Chile lift ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

China and Chile agreed on Tuesday to lift bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership.

Chinese ambassador urges immediate end of conflicts near China-Myanmar border

Chinese Ambassador Hong Liang on Tuesday urged all parties to exercise restraint to immediately end the armed conflicts near the China-Myanmar border.

Xi charts new course for China-LatAm community of common destiny

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called on China and Latin American countries to strengthen dialogue on global issues and boost cooperation on domestic development, in a bid to better build their community of common destiny on a new starting point in history.

Chinese president's keynote speech at APEC CEO Summit receives broad praise

Scholars and experts in some countries highly appreciated Chinese President Xi Jinping's remarks at the just-concluded Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' meeting.

China advocates APEC leadership in economic globalization despite setbacks

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday urged members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) to stay committed to taking economic globalization forward with vigorous measures, despite increasing setbacks around the world.

Xi says China supports Colombia's peace process

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with his Colombian counterpart Juan Manuel Santos here on Saturday, saying China supports Colombia's peace process.

Xi, Putin meet on Asia-Pacific free trade, China-Russia ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday called for joint efforts by China and Russia to push forward the process of the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP).

Chinese president pledges further support for Ecuador's post-quake rebuilding

Visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday promised further support in disaster relief and reconstruction for the earthquake-hit Ecuador.

China, Ecuador lift ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

China and Ecuador agreed on Thursday to lift bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership.

Spotlight: Xi's visit expected to lift China-Ecuador pragmatic cooperation to higher level

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Ecuador is expected to further cement political mutual trust and bring pragmatic cooperation between the two nations to a higher level.

Stronger Sino-Latin American ties to inject new vitality into Asia-Pacific

Relations between China and Latin America are expected to further grow as Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Latin America, while stronger Sino-Latin American relations will inject new vitality into the Asia-Pacific.

Interview: China, Ecuador ties at a peak, says Chinese ambassador

Ties between China and Ecuador are at a current high and are poised to get an added boost from Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit later this week, according to Chinese Ambassador to Quito Wang Yulin.

Chinese president leaves for Latin America tour

Chinese President Xi Jinping left Beijing Wednesday morning to pay a week-long visit to Latin America.

Interview: Ecuadorian president hopes Xi's visit will boost bilateral cooperation

Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa hopes Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming state visit to his country will expand cooperation between the two sides in various fields.

China, Peru sign 2 bln USD worth of purchasing agreements amid APEC fever

Business and enterprise representatives from China and Peru signed purchasing agreements worth 2 billion U.S. dollars on Monday in Lima, as the 2016 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Week kicked off in the capital city.

Chinese president expects U.S. student delegation to act as ambassadors for friendship

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan recently expressed the hope that a U.S. student delegation that recently visited China at their invitation would become ambassadors for China-U.S. friendship.

Senior CPC official meets Microsoft CEO

Liu Yunshan, a senior leader of the Communist Party of China (CPC), met with Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft Satya Nadella here on Monday.

China takes "positive attitude" toward Trump's infrastructure plan: spokesman

China takes a positive attitude toward cooperation with the United States in all areas, including infrastructure, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said on Monday.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has telephone conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday had a telephone conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.

Xi's LatAm trip to usher in new era for bilateral ties

President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to Latin America (LatAm) is expected to improve the all-round cooperative partnership and usher in a new era of bilateral relations.

China to deepen cooperation, partnership with Britain: vice premier

China is willing to deepen cooperation with the new British government and continue to enhance partnership, said Chinese Vice Premier Ma Kai Thursday.

Xi's Latin America visit to boost bilateral partnership: senior officials

Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to three Latin American countries will boost the comprehensive partnership of cooperation between China and Latin America, senior officials said Thursday.

Xi's attendance at APEC will promote regional economic integration: senior officials

Chinese President Xi Jinping's scheduled attendance at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economic leaders' meeting will boost regional economic integration, senior officials said here on Thursday.

Mongolian parliament speaker meets Chinese NPC Tibetan delegation

Miyegombo Enkhbold, chairman of the State Great Hural, Mongolia's parliament, on Monday met with a visiting Tibetan delegation of the Chinese National People's Congress (NPC).

Chinese president to visit Latin America, attend APEC summit

President Xi Jinping will pay a week-long visit to Latin America starting next week, China's Foreign Ministry announced Wednesday.

Chinese premier back home after Eurasian visit

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang returned to Beijing on Wednesday after official visits to Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Latvia and Russia.

China, Germany agree to set up high-level security dialogue mechanism

China and Germany have agreed to establish a high-level security dialogue mechanism in a bid to strengthen bilateral judicial cooperation and coordinate joint efforts in dealing with non-traditional security threats facing the two countries.

Chinese premier says "16+1" cooperation benefits world peace, development

Furthering cooperation between China and Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries, also known as the "16+1" mechanism, will benefit not only the two sides, but also world peace and development, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said here on Saturday.

Spotlight: China-CEE cooperation booms during the past year

The cooperation between China and 16 Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries boomed in the past year, experts and officials said days before the opening of an annual China-CEE summit.

Xi sends congratulatory message to Ban over taking effect of Paris Agreement

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter Friday to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on the taking effect of Paris Agreement on climate change.

SCO to deepen pragmatic cooperations under Shanghai Spirit

Over the 15 years since its inception, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has developed a new type of international relations among its member states featuring mutual benefit and common development, which has greatly contributed to regional economic development and stability.

Chinese premier arrives in Kyrgyzstan for official visit, SCO meeting

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang arrived here Wednesday for an official visit to Kyrgyzstan and the 15th prime ministers' meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

Chinese premier leaves for Eurasian visit

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang left Beijing on Wednesday morning for visits to four Eurasian countries and a series of international meetings.

Xi says China to play constructive role in Myanmar's peace process

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that China is willing to continuously play a constructive role in Myanmar's peace process.

Chinese premier's upcoming Eurasian visit to enhance regional cooperation

Premier Li Keqiang's upcoming visit to Eurasian countries will further enhance substantial cooperation with central Asia, central and eastern Europe, and Russia, senior diplomats have said.

China opposes politicization, double standards on human rights issues: envoy

China is opposed to politicization and double standards on human rights issues, and rejects interference in the internal affairs of states under the pretext of human rights, A senior Chinese diplomat said here Monday.

President Xi stresses cooperation with France on nuclear project

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday China and France should properly implement the Hinkley Point C nuclear project in Britain, the first new nuclear power plant in Britain for two decades.

China, Belgium seek stronger cooperation as Belgian PM visits

China and Belgium agreed on Monday to expand cooperation in such areas as investment, new energy and in the Belt and Road Initiative.

Chinese premier to visit four Eurasian countries

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang will pay official visits to Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Latvia and Russia from Nov. 2 to 9, said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang here on Friday.

China, U.S. to hold joint military drill

Chinese and U.S. armies will stage a joint military drill featuring rescue and disaster alleviation in southwest China from Nov. 13 to 18, China's military spokesperson Wu Qian told a press briefing on Thursday.

Duterte's remarks in Japan accord with his words in Beijing: Chinese FM

China said on Thursday that Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's recent remarks during his visit to Japan accord with the consensus he reached with Chinese leaders during his China visit last week.

Taiwanese fishing boat catches fire off Japanese coast, one man missing

One crew member went missing after a Taiwanese fishing boat caught fire in the Pacific Ocean off Japan on Wednesday, the Japan Coast Guard said.

French FM to visit China

French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault will pay an official visit to China from October 29 to November 1, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced Wednesday.

Sudanese FM to visit China

Sudanese Foreign Minister Ibrahim Ghandour will pay an official visit to China from Oct. 27 to 31, at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.

Belt and Road Initiative can help defuse regional tension

Development driven by China's Belt and Road Initiative will help the reconciliation of ethnic divisions and the calming in regional conflicts of countries involved in the initiative, observers have said.

Xi sends condolences to Cameroon president over train tragedy

BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday extended condolences to his Cameroon counterpart, Paul Biya, over a deadly train derailment in the African country, in which dozens of people died. In a message, Xi, on behalf of the Chinese government and people, mourned the dead and expressed condolences to the injured and to the families of the dead. The death toll in Friday's train derailment has risen to 79, Cameroonian national state television reported Monday.

Full Text: Joint Statement of China and the Philippines

A joint statement released by China and the Philippines on Friday

Xi: China, Vietnam should value positive momentum in relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping said China and Vietnam should value positive momentum in bilateral relations, properly handle disputes and expand cooperation.

Xi, Duterte agree on full improvement of ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Philippine counterpart Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday agreed that the two countries will properly handle differences and achieve full improvement and greater progress in bilateral ties.

China says dialogue on South China Sea "foundation" for ties with Philippines

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that managing differences in the South China Sea issue through dialogue and consultation is an important foundation for the healthy and stable growth of China-Philippines relations.

China supports Philippines' fight against drug, terrorism

President Xi Jinping on Thursday said China supports the efforts of the new Philippine government in fighting against drug, terrorism and crime, and would like to conduct cooperation with the Philippines in these areas.

Xi says China ready to enhance ties with Philippines under Belt and Road initiative

Chinese President Xi Jinping told visiting Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte here on Thursday that China is ready to enhance cooperation with the Philippines under the framework of the Belt and Road initiative.

Chinese, Philippine presidents meet in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping held a welcome ceremony for visiting Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in Beijing on Thursday morning.

China, Belgium pledge to enhance cooperation, lift ties to new high

China and Belgium have agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation and elevate their relations to a new high.

China's Belt and Road initiative provides shared benefit to South Asia: Nepali minister

China-proposed Belt and Road initiative has offered opportunities to South Asian countries for shared benefit from enhanced connectivity between China and South Asia, the Nepali industry minister said on Tuesday.

China, Uruguay establish strategic partnership

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Uruguayan counterpart Tabare Vazquez on Tuesday agreed to establish a strategic partnership based on respect, equality and mutual benefit.

Chinese president calls for closer exchanges with Mongolia

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for more concrete exchanges with Mongolia in terms of governance and interaction between the two ruling parties.

Philippine president arrives in Beijing for "historic" visit

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte arrived in Beijing Tuesday evening, beginning his four-day visit to China.

China, Uruguay establish strategic partnership

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Uruguayan counterpart Tabare Vazquez on Tuesday agreed to establish a China-Uruguay strategic partnership based on respect, equality and mutual benefit.

China voices support for Iraq to fight terrorism

China on Tuesday voiced support for Iraq in fighting terrorism as Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced a major offensive to retake its second largest city, Mosul, from the Islamic State (IS) group.

China, New Zealand vow to further promote cooperation

China and New Zealand on Tuesday vowed to further promote cooperation in areas including trade, agriculture, people-to-people exchanges and law enforcement.

China's resort city to host next annual BRICS summit

China will hold the rotating chair of the emerging-market bloc of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) next year and host its ninth summit in the southeastern Chinese city of Xiamen in September, President Xi Jinping announced here Sunday.

BRICS issues Goa Declaration pledging enhanced role

The emerging-market bloc of BRICS, which groups Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, issued here Sunday a joint declaration after a leaders' meeting, looking to play a bigger role in and contribute more to the global governance system.

China, Sri Lanka vow to deepen cooperation within Belt and Road framework

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday, vowing to deepen bilateral pragmatic cooperation within the Belt and Road framework.

Chinese president meets Myanmar's state counsellor on bilateral cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar's State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi here Sunday, voicing hopes that the two countries can increase practical cooperation to press ahead with their comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.

President Xi attends BRICS-BIMSTEC leaders' dialogue

Chinese President Xi Jinping attended here Sunday a dialogue between BRICS and BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) leaders on emerging economy cooperation.

Chinese president calls on BRICS countries to cement confidence, act against challenges

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday urged the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) countries to cement confidence as a "complicated, severe external environment" poses challenges to the emerging-market bloc.

Xi suggests China, Nepal forge community of shared destiny

Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Saturday that his country is ready to align development strategies with Nepal and hopes to build the two neighbors into a community of shared destiny.

China, Russia pledge closer cooperation within multilateral frameworks

Chinese President Xi Jinping met Russian President Vladimir Putin here Saturday, and the two sides vowed to advance bilateral ties and boost cooperation within multilateral frameworks.

Chinese president arrives in India's Goa for BRICS summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the western Indian state of Goa Saturday for a summit of the emerging-market bloc of BRICS that groups Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.

Xi's Goa trip expected to bring vitality to BRICS cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to bring confidence and vitality to partnership within the bloc of emerging economies and enable it to contribute more to global growth and economic governance when he attends the 8th BRICS summit in India on Saturday and Sunday.

China, Bangladesh lift ties to strategic partnership of cooperation

Visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday. The two leaders agreed to upgrade bilateral ties to a strategic partnership of cooperation.

Chinese president welcomes opportunities for China-Bangladesh ties

Visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday hailed major opportunities for China-Bangladesh ties during his meeting with his Bangladeshi counterpart Abdul Hamid.

China, Bangladesh lift ties to strategic partnership of cooperation

China and Bangladesh agreed on Friday to elevate their ties to a strategic partnership of cooperation.

Chinese vice premier visits Thai embassy to mourn late King Bhumibol

Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli on Friday visited the embassy of Thailand in Beijing to express condolences over the death of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died Thursday after years of illness.

Full text of Chinese president's signed article in Bangladeshi newspapers

The leading Bangladeshi newspapers of The Daily Star and Prothom Alo on Friday carried a signed article by Chinese President Xi Jinping on the occasion of his state visit to the country.

China opposes British interference in internal affairs

Foreign countries should not interfere in the internal affairs of China's Hong Kong, the Chinese diplomatic authorities and the Hong Kong government have said in responses to a report issued by Britain.

China, Cambodia vow to cement time-honored friendship

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday met with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni at Cambodian Royal Palace, vowing to carry forward the traditional friendship between the two countries.

Premier Li calls for creating better future of Macao

Premier Li Keqiang continued his inspection in Macao on Tuesday, urging Macao to seize development opportunities and improve people's lives for a better future.

Cambodian politicians, scholars hail Chinese President Xi's signed article on Sino-Cambodian ties

Cambodian politicians and scholars applauded Chinese President Xi Jinping's signed article published in a leading Cambodian newspaper on Wednesday, saying that the article reflects Xi's sincere view of Cambodia as a true friend of China.

Full text of Chinese president's signed article in Cambodian newspaper

Chinese President Xi Jinping published a signed article in the leading Cambodian newspaper Rasmei Kampuchea under the title "China and Cambodia: Good Neighbors and Trusted Friends" here on Wednesday, ahead of his state visit to the Southeast Asian country.

Chinese President Xi's visit to lift Sino-Cambodian ties to highest-ever level: Cambodian top legislator

Cambodia's National Assembly President Samdech Heng Samrin said Wednesday that the forthcoming state visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to Cambodia will elevate Cambodia-China ties to the highest-ever level in history.