Since China has a population of 1.1 billion, it won't feel lonely even if it becomes the only socialist country.

Today, being the biggest developing countries in the world, China and India are both committed to developing their economy and raising their people's living standards.

In the spring and summer of 1989, a serious political disturbance took place in China.

There are nearly 200 countries and a population of over 6 billion in today's world. International affairs should be addressed by all countries through consultations rather than monopolised by a few powers.

China has always maintained that all countries, big or small, rich or poor, strong or weak, are equal members of the international community and they should stand and speak in the world as such.

We have reiterated on many occasions that China wishes to establish and develop long-term, good-neighbourly and friendly relations with all countries in south Asia.

Since China has a population of 1.1 billion, it won't feel lonely even if it becomes the only socialist country.