Moldovan foreign affairs minister says China one of Moldova's most important economic partners

Chisinau, 20 April /MOLDPRES/ - China is one of the most important economic partners of Moldova. Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Affairs and European Integration Minister Nicu Popescu has made statements to this effect in an interview given with the Xinhua Agency.   

The official stressed that, in recent decades, the rapid progress of the Chinese economy and the continuous strengthening of China's position in the world economy have undoubtedly promoted the development of bilateral economic and trade relations. ‘’Moldova imports various products from China, from consumer goods to telecommunications equipment. At same time, it exports about 9 million bottles of wine to China each year. "Wine is one of the most important export products for Moldova, and an important part of our national identity; therefore, it is very important for Moldova that China imports large amounts of wine,’’ Nicu Popescu said.

The deputy PM also said that Moldova has also been famous for its exports of agricultural products, such as fruits, vegetables. ‘’The two countries should deepen cooperation in this regard. Moldova is committed to vigorously improving its transportation infrastructure. I believe that Moldova and China can fully negotiate various cooperation projects, jointly develop and produce various new products, and then export to the markets in the region,’’ Nicu Popescu noted.   

The official also said that Moldova was actively promoting the development of new energy fields and he said he expects to strengthen cooperation with China in these fields as well.