China, Norway should jointly contribute to world peace, development, says Chinese FM

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday that China and Norway should deepen cooperation and jointly contribute to world peace and development.

Wang made the remarks during talks with Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide. Noting that Norway was among the first Western countries to recognize the People's Republic of China, Wang said China-Norway relations have maintained steady and sustainable development over the years, bringing important benefits to both peoples.

Eide said the constructive partnership between Norway and China is currently enjoying strong growth momentum.  The two sides also had an in-depth exchange of views on the Ukraine crisis, the situation in the Middle East, and other international and regional issues.