China eyes to further traditional friendship, cooperation with Thailand: Premier Li

VIENTIANE, Oct. 10 -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said China is ready to work with Thailand to take the next year's 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties as an opportunity to further carry forward traditional friendship, strengthen strategic communication, promote cooperation and push forward the building of a China-Thailand community with a shared future.

Li made the remarks during his meeting with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on the sidelines of the leaders' meetings on East Asia cooperation held in Vientiane.