**China and the Cook Islands are strengthening their bond!** 
During the closing ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown. The leaders discussed deepening political mutual trust and expanding practical cooperation between their nations.
Premier Li highlighted the 28-year strong diplomatic relationship, emphasizing sincerity, friendship, and equality. He expressed China's commitment to support the Cook Islands in choosing a development path that suits their national conditions.
Key areas for collaboration include the Belt and Road Initiative, marine sector, infrastructure, agriculture, and fishery. 
Additionally, China aims to import more quality products from the Cook Islands and boost tourism by encouraging more Chinese visitors to explore the beautiful Pacific islands.
Both leaders also agreed to enhance exchanges in education, culture, health, and youth sectors, fostering people-to-people connections. 
Healthier, happier communities are on the horizon!
Premier Li and Prime Minister Brown are committed to addressing global challenges like climate change through multilateral cooperation, striving for a fair and win-win global climate governance system. 
Prime Minister Brown thanked China for its long-term support to the Cook Islands and other Pacific nations, reaffirming the Cook Islands' dedication to the one-China principle and looking forward to sustained, in-depth bilateral partnerships.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting partnership! 
Reference(s):
Li: China willing to deepen political mutual trust with Cook Islands
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