China hopes the CICA summit can boost the dialogues, cooperation and mutual trust among Asian countries. Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Cheng Guoping told reporters this morning that leaders and representatives from more than 46 countries and international organizations will be there.
"China pays great attention to the CICA, and has been taking an active part in confidence-building measures within the CICA platform. China has held many meetings on the sidelines of the CICA. By holding the CICA summit, China hopes all sides can develop a spirit of unity and win-win cooperation, and contribute more to boost dialogues and consultations between the member states." Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Cheng Guoping said.