Chinese and Malaysian military leaders on Friday agreed to intensify cooperation in defense to safeguard regional stability.

Malaysia's Chief of Armed Forces Tan Sri Dato Sri Mohd Anwar bin Hj Nor, who is on a six-day visit to China, held talks with Chief of the General Staff of the People's Liberation Army Liang Guanglie.

They agreed that friendly exchanges and cooperation were in the interests of both countries and would help safeguard regional peace and stability.

Liang expressed China's appreciation for the Malaysian government's one-China policy.

After the talks, Anwar also met with China's Defense Minister Cao Gangchuan.

Source: Xinhua