In a rare move, China and Japan exchange congratulatory messages to mark anniversary of peace treaty
2018-08-13 10:11:33 source:Global Times
August 12, 2018
China stressed the importance of properly handling disputes to help restore the normal development of China-Japan relations on Sunday, which marks the 40th anniversary of the signing of the China-Japan Treaty of Peace and Friendship.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said that Beijing is willing to join hands with Tokyo to work for the long-term healthy and stable development of bilateral ties, in congratulatory messages exchanged with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Sunday to mark the treaty's anniversary.
Li said China is willing to work with Japan to safeguard the political foundation of the bilateral relationship, deepen cooperation for mutual benefits, properly handle differences and promote a sound and stable long-term development in bilateral ties.
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