FM spokesman highlights importance of China-U.S. summit (2)

Maintaining and consolidating growth momentum and promoting bilateral relations serve not only the fundamental interests of the two nations, but also global peace and development, Hong said.

Hong said the summit has been well-timed, as the Chinese and U.S. sides both want the heads of state to meet at an early date to discuss and plan the development of bilateral relations.

Hong said the two leaders will exchange views on domestic and foreign policies, as well as issues of pivotal importance and regional and international issues of common concern.

Xi will pay state visits to Trinidad and Tobago, Costa Rica and Mexico from May 31 to June 6 before meeting with Obama in the United States from June 7 to 8.