South African Minister of Foreign Affairs Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma arrived in Beijing on Saturday evening to start his eight-day official visit to China.

During his stay, Zuma will hold talks with his Chinese counterpart Yang Jiechi on bilateral relations and international and regional issues of common concern.

He will also address a seminar on South Africa's role in Africa's rejuvenation and development, and attend a reception celebrating the South African Freedom Day.

Besides Beijing, Zuma will also visit Shanghai.