Pakistan, Oct. 30 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged the European Union to strengthen cooperation with Beijing, calling for closer ties based on sincerity and goodwill. He made the remarks during a meeting with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Beijing on Friday, October 30.

Xi said China hopes Germany will maintain a "rational, pragmatic and friendly" approach towards Beijing. He also called on the European Union to follow a similar direction and work with China to improve relations.

The Chinese president said Beijing has consistently regarded the EU as a partner. He added that China has developed relations with the bloc through sincerity and goodwill, highlighting the importance of continued engagement.

Moreover, Xi ...