国内英语资讯:Chinese premier arrives in Philippines for East Asia leaders meetings, official visit_时事

国内英语资讯:Chinese premier arrives in Philippines for East Asia leaders meetings, official visit

The Chinese premier will propose nearly 30 new initiatives under various mechanisms to deepen practical cooperation on interconnectivity, food security, poverty reduction, tourism and anti-corruption, Chen added.

In addition, Li will attend the leaders' meeting on Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, a free trade pact involving the 10 ASEAN members and six other countries -- China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.

During the visit, the Chinese premier will also hold talks with Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on bilateral ties and issues of common concern.

It is the first visit to the Philippines made by a Chinese premier in 10 years.

Currently, the China-Philippines relations are making steady and healthy progress, which accords with the common interests and aspiration of the peoples of the two countries and of the region as a whole, Li noted.

The premier said he would like to exchange views with the Philippine leaders on further strengthening friendship between the two nations and deepening cooperation in areas that suit the development needs of both sides.

In a signed article published by major Philippine newspapers prior to his trip, Li said he hoped the visit would help enhance friendship between the two peoples, deepen bilateral cooperation and open new prospects for China-Philippines relations.