China and Brazil said in Beijing Monday they would enhance friendly cooperation between the two armed forces.

"China will work with Brazil in this regard," said Chinese Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan at a meeting with visiting Brazilian Army Commander Francisco Roberto de Albuquerque.

Cao, also vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission and state councilor, said the China-Brazil relationship has entered a new phase since the heads of state of the two countries visited each other last year and reached an important consensus on building the strategic partnership.

Albuquerque said the Brazilian military hoped to strengthen the all-round exchange and cooperation in various fields with the Chinese military in the future.