Prime Minister John Key hosted President Xi Jinping at a formal lunch at Sky City, Mr Xi described China's relationship with New Zealand as being "like a painting"."It's a riot of colours and rich in content," he said. New elements could be added to it from both sides. Mr Xi said there was a lot to be gained to advance the new strategic partnership at local level and "step by step".
Toast to NZ: China's Xi Jinping
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