BEIJING -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met here Friday with President of the Cambodian People's Party and Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen.
Hun Sen is here to attend the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-Level Meeting, scheduled from Nov 30 to Dec 3.
Xi called Hun Sen a good friend, old friend and true friend of the CPC and the Chinese people.
The China-Cambodia ties are currently at the best period in history, Xi said, citing enhanced political trust, expanded cooperation and cultural exchanges.
The year 2018 marks the 60th anniversary of China-Cambodia diplomatic ties. Xi called on both sides to take the opportunity to advance relations.
The CPC and the Chinese government always view China-Cambodia ties from a strategic height and long-term perspective, Xi said.
He said Cambodia always firmly supports China on issues concerning its core interests.
Xi expressed support for Cambodia's efforts to maintain development and stability, adding China expects to boost cooperation with Cambodia in defense, law-enforcement and security as well as other areas.