China is ready to promote cooperation with the Zimbabwean army in various
fields, said Liang Guanglie, chief of general staff of the Chinese People's
Liberation Army (PLA), in Beijing Thursday.
In a meeting with Zimbabwean Army Commander Phillip Sibanda, Liang said
China values the friendship with the Zimbabwean army.
The two countries have enjoyed fruitful cooperation in various fields since
forging diplomatic ties. China appreciates Zimbabwe for its adherence to the
one-China policy and its support to China in human rights and other
international issues, said Liang, who is also a member of the Central Military
Commission.
Sibanda said the governments and people of the two countries share deep
friendship. He hopes that the two countries and the two armed forces would
further enhance their exchanges and cooperation in various fields.
Sibanda expressed his appreciation for Chinese people's long-term support
to Zimbabwe.
Sibanda was here on a visit to China from Aug. 30 to Sept. 9 as a guest of
the PLA general staff.
(Source: Xinhua)