Spokeswoman Hua Chunying told a daily news briefing that Motlanthe will visit China from October 27-30 at the invitation of Chinese Vice President Li Yuanchao and will co-chair the fifth plenary session of the China-South Africa Bi-National Commission with Li. She said China attaches great importance to Motlanthe’s visit and hopes to upgrade the comprehensive strategic partnership with South Africa through his visit. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and South Africa, she said, adding that the two countries have made great progress in developing their partnership over the years

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