On September 7, 2009, Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi held talks in Beijing with his Argentine counterpart Jorge Taiana, who is here for an official visit. Both sides exchanged views on bilateral ties, as well as international and regional issues of common concern such as the global financial crisis.

Yang said China-Argentina relations have been developing well in recent years. Both sides have maintained high-level exchanges, continuously deepened pragmatic cooperation in the areas of economy, trade, science, technology, culture and education and kept sound communication and coordination in international affairs. Under the current situation, China is ready to work with Argentina to enrich the strategic partnership between the two countries and push bilateral ties to a new level.

Taiana spoke highly of bilateral relations, noting the Argentine government attaches great importance to developing ties with China and will unswervingly stick to the one-China policy. Argentina is ready to work with China to enhance bilateral cooperation in all areas and push for greater development of bilateral ties.