Does the visit by Israeli prime minister to China indicate Chinas support for Olmert, who was swamped with domestic troubles?
Will the visit help push forward the Middle East peace process? Does China plan to invite Palestinian prime minister? If the US sends peace-keeping troops to Darfur, will China reconsider its participation in the UN peace-keeping mission in Sudan? A: The Chinese government has consistently pursued the principle of non-interference into other country’s internal affairs. As an arrangement agreed upon by our two countries, Prime Minister Olmert’s visit to China aims to deepen and develop the friendly relations and cooperation between China and Israel. During his visit, the two sides will exchange views on the Middle East issue. We believe that Israel and China, as a principal party to the Middle East issue and a permanent member of the UN Security Council, will benefit the peace process in the Middle East by strengthening contacts, communication and discussion. China will continue to play a constructive role in resuming the peace talks in the Middle East and seeking a lasting and just sol
