South Korean president Park Guen-hye is set to arrive in China on her first official visit to this country.
The four day visit will begin on Thursday, when the President arrives in Beijing. South Korean media say Park is expected to hold talks with the Chinese leaders on cooperation in areas of the economy, military and politics.
The visit also aims to boost mutual understanding, trust and cultural exchanges between these two nations. The South Korean President is also expected to deliver a speech in Chinese to convey goodwill to the Chinese people.