A Foreign Ministry spokesman announced Thursday that China will provide US$1 million worth of materials for the Iraqi general elections on January 30, saying it will continue assisting Iraq's reconstruction.  

Liu Jianchao said that Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshiar al-Zibari during his Beijing visit is expected to exchange views with Chinese officials on bilateral ties as well as regional and international issues of common concern.

They will also discuss China's participation in rebuilding Iraq.

He said that China and Iraq have already cooperated successfully on trade and that China will provide any assistance it can offer.

(CRI.com December 24, 2004)