China's global humanitarian role in Red Cross is growing

President of parent international body says nation capable of verysignificant contribution

The Red Cross Society of China and its parent international federation are discussing how China can increase its contribution on the world stage.

Tadateru Konoe, president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies who is on a two-day visit to China, said: "China is a big economic power these days and some say we should rely more on its contribution. It's a matter to be negotiated."