China pledges to advance Sino-Japan relations

Source: CCTV.com | 04-29-2008 19:16

Chinese President Hu Jintao has met with visiting former Japanese Prime Minister, Yasuhiro Nakasone. President Hu says relations between the two countries are improving, and China will work with Japan to push forward strategic and reciprocal ties.

Chinese President Hu Jintao (R) meets with former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, April 29, 2008.  (Xinhua Photo)

Hu Jintao said cooperation in politics, trade, culture and defense have made remarkable progress. China and Japan have also conducted close consultations on global issues. President Hu thanked the Japanese government for its adherence to the one-China policy, and its support for the Beijing Olympic Games.

Nakasone said the two countries should build a long-term friendship. The former prime minister said he hoped the two sides would take Hu Jintao's upcoming visit to Japan as an opportunity to open a new chapter in bilateral relations.

Editor:Xiong Qu