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China congratulates new Dutch government

2012-11-07 08:55 Xinhua     Web Editor: Mo Hong'e comment

China congratulated Netherlands Prime Minister Mark Rutte, as he won a second term in office, Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said Tuesday.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations at ambassadorial level between China and the Netherlands.

The Chinese government attached importance to the bilateral ties and is willing to work with the Netherlands in the spirit of mutual respect to advance the relationship, Hong said.

China will deepen political mutual trust, have pragmatic cooperation in various areas, and strengthen communication and coordination in international affairs with the Netherlands, the spokesman said.

The new Dutch government of Liberals VVD and Labor PvdA was officially sworn in by Queen Beatrix on Monday. Prime Minister Mark Rutte will lead the Dutch government for a second term.

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