China’s President Xi Jinping says China is ready to strengthen communication and cooperation with Fiji and other Pacific island nations.
Xi made the remarks when he met Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Xi says China believes that all countries are equal members of the international community and should respect and treat each other as equals.
He adds China treasures its friendship with Fiji, respects the development path chosen by its people and will continue to provide assistance to Fiji within its capacity.
CCTV reports Xi has praised Fiji’s support regarding issues related to China’s core interests and says both countries sides should deepen cooperation in agriculture, forestry, fishery, transportation, telecommunications, mining, infrastructure development and tourism.
Bainimarama says China has provided invaluable support for Fiji and brought benefits for its residents, adding that he hopes to learn from China’s success and step up cooperation with China.
Bainimarama is the first Pacific Island nation leader to visit China since China’s new leadership came into power.
