Chinese President Hu Jintao's five-point proposal on Sino-Japanese relations is constructive, shows the sincerity of the Chinese government and establishes a framework for closer bilateral ties, said some Chinese experts Monday.

"The proposal demonstrates Chinese government's responsible attitude, highlights the aspiration of cooperation. It also establishes focal points and it will help relieve the tension between the two countries," said Jin Canrong, an expert on international relations in People's University.

He noted that the proposal says the two sides should be committed to Sino-Japanese friendly relations facing the 21st century. It also mentioned the principled issues such as Taiwan and historical issues and the bases to settle the disputes, namely, expanding common ground.

Jin Linbo, an expert specializing in East Asia, said Japan has transferred its role from a major economic power to a major political power in the late 1990s. It has increased its participation to the international affairs and meanwhile China has developed its economy and has a bigger say in the international arena.

More friction have appeared while the two countries have more cooperation, Jin said. Hu's proposal is significant for the current and future bilateral relations.

Hu initiated five points on developing the Sino-Japanese relations during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on the sideline of the Asian-African summit in Jakarta.

They include: firstly, the Japanese government should strictly abide by the Sino-Japanese Joint Statement, the Peace and Friendship Treaty, and the Sino-Japanese Joint Declaration, take specific actions to forge a friendly and cooperative relationship with China facing the 21st century. Second, the Japanese government should regard history as a mirror to reflect its wartime past. Third, the Taiwan question should be correctly handled. Fourth, differences between the two nations need to be resolved through dialogues and peaceful negotiations. Fifth, the two countries should further strengthen communication and cooperation in various areas, encourage friendly contacts and activities, so as to further increase understanding and broaden mutual benefits, pushing the Sino-Japanese relations forward in a healthy and stable pace.

For his part, Koizumi stressed the importance of the development of Sino-Japanese friendship. He said the Japanese government will adhere to the principles laid out in the three documents signed between Japan and China and his government's stance has been maintained without any change. Koizumi said he fully agreed with president Hu' proposal on resolving all the disputes between the two countries through dialogue.

Zhou Yongsheng, an expert of Foreign Affairs University, said the key to improve Sino-Japanese relations depends on the Japanese side, and although it gave a positive attitude during the meeting, the main point is to take concrete measure to push forward the bilateral ties.