Wu Bangguo, chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, met Friday with King of Cambodia Norodom Sihamoni.

Wu said China and Cambodia are neighbors, and the friendship between the two countries has been cherished by the leaders of the two countries, and has been further developed in the new century.

The two countries have maintained frequent high-level exchange of visit, as well as consultations on major international and regional issues, and their trade and economic cooperation have been fruitful.

"Sino-Cambodian relations now are facing an important chance, and China would like to further substantial cooperation with Cambodia in all fields," he said.

He said the NPC will further exchanges with the Cambodian parliament to push forward bilateral ties.

Sihamoni expressed gratitude for the support by the Chinese government and people, saying Cambodia adheres to one-China policyand opposes "Taiwan Independence".

He said Cambodian royal family is ready to upgrade the relationship with China to a new stage.

Source: Xinhua