The Chinese President also met with Australian Governor-General Michael Jeffery.

The Chinese President also met with Australian Governor-General Michael Jeffery.

Hu Jintao said China and Australia are principal partners for cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region, and share extensive and vital common interests.

Jeffery said his country wants to cement cooperation with China and is ready to bolster practical collaboration in diverse sectors including energy, environmental protection and defense.

(CCTV August 23, 2008)