Calderon pledged Mexico would increase exports to China, adding the two governments should create conditions for mutual investment, and strengthen cooperation on agriculture, environmental protection and renewable energy.

He wished for a successful Beijing Olympic Games.

After talks, the two countries signed several documents, in addition to the agreement on improving and protecting mutual investment.

The two countries also issued a joint press communique on Friday.

The communique said the two heads of states agreed to strengthen consultations in the United Nations and other international organizations to upgrade multilateralism.

Chinese President Hu Jintao (L Front) accompanies Mexican President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa (R Front) to inspect the guard of honor during the welcoming ceremony Hu hosts for him at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, July 11, 2008.

Chinese President Hu Jintao (1st R) gestures to Mexican President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa (C) during the welcoming ceremony Hu hosts for him at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, July 11, 2008.

(Xinhua News Agency July 12, 2008)