China and the Republic of the Congo will work together to
tap into the significant potential for cooperation in various
areas, according to a joint communiqué issued yesterday during
Premier Wen Jiabao's official visit to the West African
country.?
The two sides agreed there was substantial potential for
bilateral cooperation and pledged to work together to enhance
collaboration in areas of agriculture, energy, telecommunications,
transport and human resources development. The two governments
would provide a sound environment to boost bilateral trade and
investment.?
They also pledged in the communiqué to support each other on
matters concerning sovereignty and territorial integrity. The
Republic of the Congo reiterated its adherence to the one-China
policy, recognizing that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's
territory.?
The Chinese side appreciated the efforts of the Congolese
government, especially President Denis Sassou-Nguesso, in promoting
regional peace and the role of the African Union.?
The two sides decided to strengthen cooperation in international
affairs and jointly safeguard the rights and interests of
developing countries and promote world peace and
development.?
To enhance cooperation in the prevention and treatment of
malaria, the Chinese government will provide anti-malaria drugs for
the Republic of the Congo.?
Wen arrived in Brazzaville Monday afternoon and held talks with
President Sassou-Nguesso and Prime Minister Isidore Mvouba.
They?exchanged views on bilateral relations and issues of
common interest.?
Brazzaville is the third leg of Wen's seven-African
nation?trip, which has already taken him to Egypt and Ghana.
He will also visit Angola, South Africa, Tanzania and
Uganda.?
(Xinhua News Agency June 20, 2006)
