China, Japan take step to soothe relations

Premier says four-point consensus creates sound basis for better ties between countries

The Chinese government hopes China and Japan can overcome political barriers, take history as guidance and look into the future to promote bilateral relations, Premier Li Keqiang told a visiting Japanese delegation on Thursday.

Li said a healthy and stable relationship between China and Japan is important to the peace and prosperity of both countries, as well as the region as a whole, and China's policies toward Japan are consistent.