China is willing to further expand cooperation with the
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to help make a
bigger contribution to peace, stability and prosperity of the
region, said State Councilor Tang Jiaxuan in Beijing Tuesday.
Tang made the remarks when he met with visiting Bruneian
Princess Hajah Masna in the Great Hall of the People. He also spoke
positively of the important role Brunei plays in promoting
China-ASEAN relations, adding that he appreciates ASEAN's support
of China on the Taiwan issue.
Tang said China and Brunei have good prospects to cooperate on
politics, economy and culture.
This year will be the 15th anniversary of the establishment of
diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Masna said Brunei will work with China to hold some activities
to mark the 15th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic
ties.
She said Brunei will push forward cooperation with China in all
fields, and enhance people-to-people exchanges, so as to promote
the friendship between the two peoples.
(Xinhua News Agency April 5, 2006)
