Was oil pricing mentioned in the joint statement issued by China and OPEC or during Saudi Kings visit to China?
The price of crude oil in global market is not to be determined solely by OPEC nor by China. Undoubtedly, the acute fluctuation of world oil price is detrimental to every country. It is the hope of all countries, developed and industrialized, or with rapid development, or producing oil, to see the world crude oil market remain steady in general. It is beneficial not only to consumers and producers but also to the world at large. The first energy dialogue between China and OPEC demonstrates that both sides think it is imperative to strengthen cooperation no matter how the market changes so as to provide more business opportunities to companies of both sides and bring forth a win-win or multi-win situation. Q: During his visit to Japan, Mr. Zoellick suggested that China, the United States and Japan conduct joint research on historical issues so as to overcome differences on how to view the history of WWII and then reach consensus. Does China agree with him? A: I haven’t seen his suggesti
