Malaysia an honest friend and partner of China

Big names: Najib, MCA president Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai, Xi and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman sharing a light moment at the Diaoyutai State Guest House in Beijing. - DARRAN TAN / The Star

BEIJING: China values Malaysia as a trustworthy friend and an important partner, said Chinese President Xi Jinping when receiving a courtesy call from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak at the Diaoyutai State Guest House here.

In a meeting of delegates from both countries yesterday, Xi emphasised that China appreciated the friendly ties with Malaysia which began 40 years ago.