China's Vice President Urges Deeper U.S. Cooperation After Talks
- Wang Qishan speaks on U.S. relationship at 40th anniversary
- Two countries started diplomatic relations in January 1979
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China’s vice president said cooperation is the best choice for Beijing and Washington while reiterating his nation would stay committed to its own path, a day after mid-level trade talks ended on a positive note.
“As Chinese-U.S. relations stand at a new starting line, it must stay committed to our original aspiration and focus on coordination, cooperation and stability,” Wang Qishan said at a reception in Beijing on Thursday to commemorate the 40th anniversary of China and the U.S. establishing diplomatic ties. "We must adapt to the new reality, keep looking for and expanding our common interests, deepening and promoting practical cooperation."