China to strengthen cooperation with Colombia: Vice-premier

BEIJING - China will strengthen substantial cooperation to beef up ties with Colombia and create a safe and fair environment for enterprises from both sides, Vice-Premier Li Keqiang said on Tuesday.

Li made the remarks while meeting with Colombian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maria Angela Holguin.

"China has always been developing ties with Colombia from a strategic level, and hopes to work closely with the country to provide a secure, fair and predictable environment for enterprises," Li said.