Military cooperation contributes to better Sino-Russian ties, say ministers
PLA Daily 2003-12-18
MOSCOW, Dec. 16 (Xinhuanet) -- Deepening the Sino-Russian strategic partnership in the spirit of good-neighborliness, mutual benefit and cooperation will be a diplomatic priority for both sides, said visiting Chinese Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan here Tuesday.
Cao, also vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission and a state councilor, made the remarks during talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Ivanov.
Development of friendly cooperation between Chinese and Russian armies, a key component of the bilateral strategic partnership, has also maintained a high level, Cao noted, adding that strengthening military cooperation will significantly contribute to deepening and enriching the Sino-Russian relationship.
He also expressed the hope that both sides should reinforce their cooperation within the framework of Shanghai Cooperation Organization to safeguard regional security and stability.
Ivanov said that the smooth development of strategic partnership between China and Russia has yielded fruitful results, bolstered by the highly mutual trust and the bilateral treaty on good-neighborly friendship and cooperation.
Exchange and cooperation between Chinese and Russian defense ministries also played an active role in the development of bilateral ties, he added.
Ivanov highlighted the fact that friendly communication and close cooperation between China and Russia at all levels not only consolidated their own national security but also helped to maintain global and regional peace and stability.
He reaffirmed that Russia will unswervingly adhere to the principle of "one China" policy and resolutely oppose to the so called referendum in Taiwan and other absurd attempts to back "Taiwan independence."
Cao arrived here Monday night for a week-long official good will visit at the invitation of Ivanov.
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