CRI听力:China, Venezuela See A Brighter Future

Zhao Rongxian, Chinese ambassador to Venezuela, says the two sides have shared in some fruitful projects.

"Regarding the high-tech sector, we have jointly launched two satellites. We have seen vehicles made in China running on roads in Venezuela. China is also helping Venezuela build railways and houses. At the same time, Venezuela's oil imports are a key component in China's energy sector."

Last year saw some 19 billion U.S. dollars in investments between China and Venezuela, in areas including agriculture, infrastructure, high-tech, and oil.

During Xi Jinping's visit this time, more deals are expected to be inked in those areas, with others signed in the finance sector.

Ernesto Wong, a professor from the Bolivarian Military University of Venezuela, says he thinks Venezuela has a lot to learn from China, especially in sustainable development and clean energy.

"Speaking of the sustainable development in Venezuela, China has many experiences to share. We have seen China has achieved progress in eco-development, particularly in clean energies like wind power. Cooperating with China will really help Venezuela's development."

Wong adds bilateral cooperations are not only economic but also highly relevant to people's livelihoods.

Wong also forecasts the cooperation between the two sides will have a very promising future.

"The Chinese President's visit will further boost trade between China and Venezuela. In my opinion, a further step would be the founding of joint venture companies. Venezuela should release policies to facilitate Chinese investment in our markets. This is very important and a pre-condition of cooperation with China. "

The professor notes that China has provided training for staff members in Venezuela who work on satellite projects.

He also emphasizes the need for more cultural exchanges between China and Venezuela, saying the relationship between the countries will grow faster if people on each side have a better understanding of one another.

For CRI, This is Xie Zhao.