NPC & CPPCC > Top News

China's diplomacy serves economy: FM

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2009-03-07 17:10

The main task of China's diplomacy this year is to promote economic cooperation and trade between China and other countries, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi said in Beijing on Saturday.

Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi speaks a the press held by the Second Session of the 11th National People's Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, March 7, 2009.
Chinese Foreign MinisterYang Jiechi answers questions during a press conference held by the Second Session of the 11th National People's Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, March 7, 2009. [Xinhua]Video more photos 

"Economic development is the central task of China right now. The focus of our diplomatic work should be more than creating a favorable international environment for the country's economic growth, but also to directly serve the economy," Yang said at a press conference on the sidelines of the annual session of China's parliament.

"Diplomacy should not be a zero-sum game, but one that strives to create win-win situations," he added.

He also pledged to provide guidance for Chinese enterprises to explore the international market, and to protect the legitimate rights of Chinese citizens and corporations overseas.

An editorial of the People's Daily has called on China's top political advisory body to made due contributions to help the country weather through difficulties.
 
 Photos