国内英语新闻:China will take on more international responsibilities: Premier Wen

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- China will shoulder more international responsibilities as it is the aspiration of the international community and in China's own interest, too, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said here Thursday afternoon.

Wen made the remarks while meeting the press with European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso after talks at the Great Hall of the People.

Wen said China has made remarkable achievement in reform, but that Chinese leaders remain clear-minded about the challenges the country faces.

"We are determined to pursue reform and opening up and peaceful development and are confident in the future of the country and its people," he said.

China supports the self-strengthening efforts of European nations, Wen said.

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (R) attends a joint press conference with European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, April 29, 2010.

He noted China has never interfered in the internal affairs of the European Union (EU).

He expressed his belief in the EU as an independent pole in the international arena which plays a constructive role for world peace and development.

"No matter what changes take place in the world, China and the EU will work together to meet challenges and progress together," Wen said.