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Spokesperson on Dutch Foreign Minister Van Aersten's Postponement of His China Visit

Updated: February 07, 2001 10:37

Q: It is reported that Foreign Minister Jozias Van Aersten of the Kingdom of the Netherlands postponed his visit to China. What is your comment on this?

A: The Dutch side has informed China that Foreign Minister Aartsen will have to postpone his visit to China owing to a time factor. We understand this and Foreign Minister Tang Jiaxuan welcomes him to visit China when the time is convenient for both sides.