Visiting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (R) shakes hands with Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien in Ottawa, Canada, Dec. 11, 2003 . (Xinhua Photo)

    OTTAWA, Dec. 11 (Xinhuanet) -- Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao and Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien vowed here on Thursday the two countries would further deepen their relations through joint efforts.

    During a meeting with Chretien, Wen raised several proposals for stronger ties between the two countries, and Chretien said the Canadian government fully agreed to them, according to a press release from the Chinese delegation.

    Wen proposed that contacts and exchange at all levels be continued and a ministerial coordinating mechanism be set up to discuss strategic issues including political and economic relations. Enditem