2 April 2013
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Harper spoke this morning with Premier Li Keqiang to congratulate him on his recent appointment.
The Leaders agreed on the importance of the Canada-China bilateral relationship.
They highlighted significant growth in trade and investment between the two countries. They also underlined the importance of maintaining a close dialogue on a full range of issues including bilateral economic cooperation, human rights and international security. In this context, Prime Minister Harper noted in particular the concerning situation in North Korea.
The Prime Minister concluded the call by reiterating an invitation to Premier Li to visit Canada at an early opportunity.
Prime Minister Harper met Premier Li Keqiang, then Vice-Premier, in Beijing during his official visit to China from February 7 to 11, 2012. During that visit, a Canada-China Joint Statement was issued.
