Myanmar chief of staff visits China

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2008-12-01 15:42

Chinese Defense Minister Liang Guanglie met with Thura Shwe Mann, member of the ruling Myanmar State Peace and Development Council and the Myanmar military's chief of staff on Monday.

Liang said that China and Myanmar witnessed continuous growth of friendly relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties, and China is ready to work together with Myanmar side to promote relations between our two nations and peoples.

"We will continuously adhere to the principle of building friendship and partnership with neighboring countries and the policy of fostering an amicable, peaceful and prosperous neighborhood. We respect choices of Myanmar government and people, " Liang said.

Shwe Mann said said Myanmar and China have been friendly neighbors for generations, and that his country would like to work with China to strengthen bilateral exchanges and cooperation in various fields.

Shwe Mann thanked China for supporting Myanmar on issues that have to do with the latter's sovereignty. He added that the Myanmar government will firmly adhere to the one-China policy.