BEIJING, Oct. 25 (Xinhuanet) -- Chinese President Hu Jintao will pay state visits to Britain, Germany and Spain from Nov. 8 to 17, Foreign Ministry spokesman Kong Quan said here Tuesday.

    At a regular press conference, Kong said President Hu's visit to Britain will strengthen mutual trust, expand cooperation in various areas, and push forward the all-round strategic partnership between the two countries to a new height.

    Kong said that, during Hu's visit to Germany, two heads of state will exchange views on bilateral relations, and some international and regional issues of common concern. Kong hoped that with Germany's new government in office, China and Germany can make joint efforts to cement bilateral ties to a new stage of development.

    Kong added that some government departments and business people will sign contracts during Hu's visit to Spain, in order to promote cooperation in economy and trade, science and technology, and culture.

    After the visits, President Hu will attend the 13th APEC Economic Leaders Meeting to be held in Busan of the Republic of Korea from Nov. 18 to 19, Kong said. Enditem