Li: Cooperation with Cambodia should rise

Close relationship with China has great potential, analysts say

Premier Li Keqiang called on Monday for strengthened practical cooperation with Cambodia in areas including agriculture, infrastructure, energy, telecommunications and water resources.

China encourages its enterprises to invest in the Southeast Asian country and import its competitive agricultural products such as rice, Li said at a meeting with visiting Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen.

Hun Sen is the first foreign leader that Li has received since becoming premier in March.

Analysts said the close relationship between the two countries has set a good example for others and has great potential for further development.

Li said the two countries have become "true friends and good partners that share weal and woe", adding that China will firmly stick its policy of friendship with Cambodia.

China will continue to support Cambodia's efforts to enhance its ability to develop and improve its people's livelihoods, he said.

The two countries should enhance strategic communication and have timely exchanges and coordination on bilateral relations and major issues of common concern, said the premier.

Li also urged the two sides to strengthen communication and coordination in international organizations and regional affairs.

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