On the afternoon of April 14, 2003, Foreign
Minister Li Zhaoxing held a phone conversation with Albanian
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ilir
Meta.
They had discussions on bilateral
exchanges and cooperation this year in politics, economy,
trade and culture. Li said Sino-Albanian relations have
enjoyed good momentum, and the development of bilateral
friendship and cooperation is in the fundamental interests
of the two countries and the common aspiration of the two
peoples. China will work with Albania for the overall
development of bilateral relations.
Meta said
he will make joint efforts with the Chinese side to push
forward friendly cooperation between the two countries. He
spoke highly of China's role in international affairs,
hoping to exchange views with the Chinese side on
international issues like the Balkan situation.
Meta reiterated that the Albanian government
will adhere to the One China policy, for which Li expressed
appreciation. Li said the Chinese people will never forget
countries like Albania which made contributions in the 1960s
and 1970s to the restoration of China's legitimate seat in
the United Nations.
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