Chinese president wraps up five-nation trip

Source: Xinhua | 02-18-2009 11:10

PORT LOUIS, Feb. 17 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Hu Jintao left Mauritius Tuesday, wrapping up his five-nation "journey of friendship and cooperation."

The tour, which started on Feb. 10, has also taken him to Saudi Arabia, Mali, Senegal and Tanzania.

During his trip, Hu met leaders of the five countries on the further development of friendship and cooperation. The Chinese president and his counterparts agreed to make joint efforts to push bilateral relations to a higher level.

China and the five countries signed a series of cooperation documents during Hu's visit.

Earlier Tuesday, Hu met with Paul Berenger, leader of the Mauritian Militant Movement party, in a bid to cement bilateral ties.

Hu said China-Mauritius relations have been developing in a healthy and steady manner, and this should firstly be attributed to the sound foundation of bilateral ties.