Pacts, statement shore up Kyrgyz ties

Xi, Jeenbekov endorse fruitful progress made via bilateral efforts

China and Kyrgyzstan signed a number of cooperation documents covering such areas as infrastructure, investment, law enforcement and trade during President Xi Jinping's state visit to the Central Asian country on Thursday.

The signing ceremony was witnessed by Xi and Kyrgyz President Sooronbay Jeenbekov in Bishkek, the capital. The two leaders also signed a joint statement to further deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.