Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 20th: On July 20th, Premier Li Qiang called Andy Burnham to congratulate him on his assumption of office as British Prime Minister.
Li Qiang said that China and the UK are both permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and major economies in the world. Strengthening dialogue and cooperation will not only promote the development of each country, but also inject stability into global peace.I am willing to work with Mr. Prime Minister to strengthen exchanges, enhance mutual trust, promote exchanges and cooperation, and promote the continuous development of China-UK long-term and stable comprehensive strategic partnership to better benefit the two countries and their peoples.
