China and the European Union (EU) are holding their 18th summit in Beijing beginning Tuesday.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang co-chaired the summit with European Council President Donald Tusk and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on Tuesday afternoon.
Li said China firmly supports the European integration process and is willing to see a stable, flourishing and strong EU. China and the EU are important powers in maintaining global peace and development, Li said, and the close contact and consultations between the two sides are a positive sign.
Li said he is willing to plan further China-EU cooperation with EU leaders.
The two sides exchanged views on consolidating political trust, implementing their consensus on cooperation, strengthening communication and cooperation in international and regional affairs.
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