国内英语新闻:Merkel's July visit "new starting point" for China-Germany economic cooperation: Wen

China has maintained stable and relative rapid economic growth, carried out reforms of its currency exchange rate in conformity with its national conditions, and actively participated in international cooperation, Koehler said, expressing Germany's appreciation for these efforts.

Wen said China and Germany have consensus on many major issues, share a promising future for cooperation in energy, culture, economy and trade, as well as science and technology.

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (R1) meets with German President Horst Koehler (L1) in Beijing, capital of China, May 18, 2010.

China hopes to work with Germany to continuously enhance mutual trust, diversify cooperation and make more contributions to world harmony and sustainable development, Wen added.

Koehler said Germany would like to boost cooperation with China and strengthen coordination with China on major global issues like the reform of the global governance system.