胡锦涛抵美 开启新时期两国关系

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Chinese President Hu Jintao touched down in Washington on Tuesday afternoon, beginning his four-day official visit to the United States. He then joined US President, Barack Obama, for a private dinner at the White House.

Touching down at Andrews Air Force Base outside Washington, Chinese President Hu Jintao kicked off his second visit to the US as head of state.

China's President was welcomed by US vice president Joe Biden.

In a written statement released upon his arrival, Hu said the purpose of his visit would be to enhance mutual trust, promote friendship, deepen cooperation and move forward the positive relationship between the countries in the years to come.

Hu also praised the momentum of growth in Sino-U.S. relations over the past three decades and said cooperation has brought tangible benefits to each nation's citizens. President Hu also hoped that both sides could help promoting peace, stability and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

During the visit, President Hu is expected to map out a blueprint with his U.S. counterpart Barak Obama for China-U.S. cooperation for the new era.

President Hu Jintao was welcomed by Chinese students studying in the United States, and Chinese enterprenuers on his way out of the airport.