Chinese Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan met with Chief of General Staff of the Afghan National Army Besmillah Mohammadi here on Monday.
"China respects the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan and supports Afghanistan to independently choose a way of development that suits its national realities," said Cao, adding China also supports Afghanistan's policy of fostering an amicable neighborhood.
Cao expressed his appreciation for Afghanistan's support and help to China in international affairs and on the Taiwan issue and the issue of striking the "East Turkistan" terrorist forces.
He said the Chinese side is ready to work with the Afghan side to further promote the development of China-Afghanistan comprehensive partnership of cooperation.
Besmillah said Afghanistan regards China as a reliable neighbor and partner and is ready to further develop relations between the two countries and two armed forces.
Besmillah also held talks with his Chinese counterpart Chen Bingde Monday afternoon, who is Chief of the General Staff of the Chinese People's Liberation Army.
Source: Xinhua
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