New Zealand's Ardern meets China's premier amid Huawei spat


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“At present, China-New Zealand ties overall are developing in a stable manner,” Li told Ardern at the start of their meeting in Beijing’s Great Hall of the people, noting New Zealand’s desire for good relations.


“China also places a high importance on relations with New Zealand and is willing to,” he said.


“And we hope that we can aspire to the greatest common denominator regarding each others’ interests and that when each sides businesses invest in each other’s businesses, they can enjoy a fair, transparent, convenient environment.”


New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern walks with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang after inspecting an honor guard during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, on Monday, April 1.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern walks with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang after inspecting an honor guard during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, on Monday, April 1.Credit:AP


Ardern told Li that she wanted to underline the importance her country placed on its relationship with China. In 2008, New Zealand became the first Western country to sign a free trade agreement with China.

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