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ASEM members confident about China's economy
   CCTV.COM   2003-07-23 15:07:25   
    China's continuous economic growth shows the country is capable of facing certain challenges that may emerge in the future. This is according to economic ministers from ASEM member countries after two-day bilateral talks with Chinese Minister of Commerce Lu Fuyuan.

    Economic ministers say that China's economy has continued to function well, with rapid growth after the end of the SARS outbreak. China's performance is an encouragement for other Asian countries.

    Economic ministers from European nations believe that China will play a more and more important role in the global economy. They hope that China will continue with current policies and open up further.

    Chinese Minister of Commerce Lu Fuyuan says that China's steady economic growth has created many opportunities for the country. "Asian and European countries are united and firm in facing global economic challenges. China is willing to play a constructive role in development and cooperation in the world economy," said Lu.

    Lu Fuyuan also says that China is willing to maintain close ties with all nations.


Editor: Yang Feiyang  CCTV.com


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