The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, today in Villa Biljana in Ohrid, received a delegation from the People’s Republic of China, led by Mr. Wei Hong, Executive Vice Governor of Sichuan province.

At the meeting with the Chinese delegation, which pays a working visit to the Republic of Macedonia, satisfaction was expressed with the continuous positive trend in the political relations between the two countries and cooperation in the sphere of economy, trade and investment.

President Ivanov said that the Republic of Macedonia pays special attention to the development of relations with the PR China and appreciates its peaceful foreign policy and positive role in Asia and worldwide. Furthermore, the Macedonian President expressed gratitude for the unconditional support of the territorial integrity, sovereignty and unity of the Republic of Macedonia, in particular the principled use of the constitutional name in bilateral relations and internationally.

In terms of economy, President Ivanov reiterated the Republic of Macedonia’s readiness for promotion and intensification of economic relations, strengthening of economic cooperation, increase of trade exchange and cooperation in f investment.

“People’s Republic of China is one of the target countries we expect investment, particularly in the areas of agriculture, education and science, tobacco industry as well as in energy and infrastructure. I believe that after your visit new opportunities for cooperation will emerge that will result in specific agreements in favor of both countries, the Macedonian President said at the meeting.

In this context, President Ivanov expressed gratitude for the continued technical assistance and grants from the PR China, for projects in education and health.

The interlocutors stated that the continued political dialogue at the highest level, contributes to even greater improvement and deepening of bilateral cooperation.