Premier engages with leaders in useful one-on-one talks

Premier Li Keqiang (R) meets with New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in Manila, the Philippines, Nov 13, 2017. [Photo/Xinhua]

New Zealand

In his meeting with New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Li said China is willing to work with New Zealand to further tap their complementarity and press forward with upgrading their bilateral free trade agreement.

China-New Zealand relations have maintained positive momentum since the establishment of diplomatic ties 45 years ago, Li said.

Ardern said New Zealand-China relations are of great significance, and the two nations have always had mutually beneficial cooperation. They are both committed to promoting social development and people's well-being, she said.

New Zealand is ready to advance bilateral talks on upgrading their FTA, Ardern added.