CCTV.com  12-22-2015
China and Iraq have decided to elevate their ties to a strategic 
partnership. The news comes after a meeting between Chinese President Xi
 Jinping and visiting Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi in downtown 
Beijing on Tuesday.
Xi said China supports Iraq's efforts in protecting its national 
independence and sovereignty. He said China is willing to deepen 
cooperation at different levels in all fields, including security.
President Xi said China will strengthen strategic coordination with 
Iraq under the framework of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative, and 
help with Iraq's reconstruction in key areas such as energy, power, 
telecommunication and infrastructure.
He also said China encourages its enterprises to join in and invest 
in large projects in Iraq. The Chinese President said China will closely
 work with Iraq in regional peace and stability. Abadi welcomed the 
commitments by Xi Jinping, and said his visit aims to enhance ties with 
China. He added that Iraq welcomes Chinese investment.
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