Chinese, Japanese leaders agree to exchange regular visits

Chinese President Hu Jintao (2nd L) and his wife Liu Yongqing (1st L) pose for photos with Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda (2nd R) and his wife Kiyoko (1st R) before a meeting in Tokyo, Japan, May 7, 2008. (Xinhua Photo) Photo Gallery>>>

    TOKYO, May 7 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Hu Jintao and Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda agreed Wednesday to establish a mechanism for a regular exchange of visits between leaders of the two countries in an effort to enhance bilateral ties. Full story

Chinese president advances 4-point proposal for China-Japan economic, trade co-op

    TOKYO, May 7 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Hu Jintao on Wednesday advanced a four-point proposal for the further development of China-Japan economic and trade cooperation.

    In a speech at the welcome luncheon hosted by key Japanese business groups, Hu brought forward the proposal to elevate bilateral economic ties to a higher level. Full story

Chinese president: China, Japan to continue probe into dumpling poisoning case

    TOKYO, May 7 (Xinhua) -- China and Japan will continue investigations into the dumpling poisoning case in an effort to find the truth at an early date, Chinese President Hu Jintao said here Wednesday.

    China attaches great importance to food safety and the people's health, said the visiting Chinese president at a joint press conference after his talks with Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda. Full story