Top political advisor Jia Qinglin said in Tokyo on Thursday that
China will learn the advanced technologies and successful
experiences from Japan in the fields of energy-saving and
environmental protection.
Jia, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's
Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), made the remarks at a
meeting with some Japanese cabinet members.
Jia said both sides should further expand exchanges and
cooperation so as to push forward bilateral strategic relations for
mutual benefit.
He said he hoped that the first meeting of Sino-Japanese
high-level economic dialogue scheduled for this year will make
achievements.
He also expressed hope that the two countries will strengthen
non-governmental exchanges so as to consolidate the social basis
for bilateral relations.
Japanese Foreign Minister Nobutaka Machimura, who was present at
the meeting, said that no matter what changes take place in Japan
and the world, the basis for bilateral friendship will not waver
and the Japanese government's policy on developing bilateral
relations will not change.
He said Japan appreciates China's peaceful development which
cherishes opportunities for Japan.
He said the Japanese side hopes to expand cooperation with China
in such fields as economy, trade, energy, environmental protection,
communication and transportation.
The Japanese side also hopes to expand bilateral cultural
exchanges, and continue to keep sound communication and cooperation
on major international and regional issues such as the six-party
talks on the Korean Peninsular nuclear issue, he said.
Jia started an official goodwill visit to Japan on Wednesday as
guest of the Japanese government.
(Xinhua News Agency September 14, 2007)
