During the visits, Hu noted that enhancing concerted coordination among the developing countries conformed to the common interests of all parties.

He said China is willing to make joint efforts with other developing countries to safeguard the tenet and the principles of the UN Charter, strengthen consultation and cooperation within the framework of the United Nations and multilateral organizations, jointly defend the legal rights of the developing countries.

Hu expounded on China's positions on the Middle East conflict, Iran's nuclear issue, Iraq and Sudan, noting that China considered that all actions and initiatives concerning the Middle East and the Gulf region should respect the choice of the countries and people in the region.

China supports the efforts of the African nations to seek unity, build up national strength, and seek the settlement of African issues independently, said Hu, adding that China also supports the leading role of the African Union in strengthening African solidarity and cooperation.

During the Chinese president's four-nation Arab-Africa tour, all the host countries highly evaluated China's important status in the international arena, considering China a major force in promoting world peace and development.

They praised China for playing a constructive role in international affairs and pursuing impartial stands on relevant international issues, and hoped that China would play a greater role in Middle East and African affairs.