Sino-Cambodian friendly ties set good example: Wen

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao says that the relationship between China and Cambodia has set a good example of friendly ties between neighboring countries. Wen made the remarks while meeting with his Cambodian counterpart Hun Sen in Phnom Penh.

Wen said the two countries have treated each other with respect, mutual trust and strongly supported each other over issues bearing each other's core interests. They have also strengthened coordination in regional affairs. The Chinese premier said the two countries should make a success next year's events marking the 55th anniversary of bilateral ties and speed up efforts to work out an action plan for strengthening their comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation. He pledged China will continue to offer Cambodia support in socio-economic development.

Hun Sen noted that Cambodia is willing to make concerted efforts with China to expand economic and trade cooperation, and increase people-to-people exchanges. Premier Wen arrived in the Cambodian capital Sunday afternoon to attend a series of meetings for East Asian leaders and pay an official visit to the country. He also noted all parties should focus on the theme of cooperation and development and build up consensus to address difficulties and challenges.

After their talks, the two leaders attended the signing ceremony for agreements on economic and technological cooperation.