Urgent: Chinese president says willing to boost ties with New Zealand

BEIJING, Dec. 22 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is wiling to work with New Zealand to strengthen dialogue, expand cooperation and advance their comprehensive strategic partnership.

Xi made the remarks in his congratulatory message to New Zealand Governor-General Patsy Reddy to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries. Enditem