A symposium was held in Beijing yesterday to mark the 60th anniversary of the UN's establishment.

State Councilor Tang Jiaxuan said at the event that China stands ready with the international community for a UN that adheres to multilateralism, strives for common security, advocates mutually beneficial cooperation and common prosperity, advances with the times and keeps improving through reform.

A review of the cooperation between China and the UN and discussions on further cooperation between them in political security, economic development, human rights and social development were held at the symposium.

Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing said China will continue to actively participate in various UN projects and support the organization in playing an essential role in international affairs.

China backs UN efforts on reforms in various fields and at various levels, Li noted.

(Xinhua News Agency October 25, 2005)