Wang Zhaoguo, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee said Monday in Beijing that the CPC will promote exchanges with the ruling African National Congress (ANC) of South Africa.

Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, said the CPC and Chinese government highly value the relationship with the ANC and South African government.

Wang made the remarks while meeting with visiting ANC Secretary-General Kgalema Motlanthe.

The sound relationship between the two parties serves as the political foundation for bilateral ties, said Wang, also vice-chairman of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress.

Chinese President Hu Jintao's visit to South Africa earlier this year unveiled a series of activities marking the 10th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties, Wang said.

Motlanthe said the ANC is eager to obtain experiences of the CPC to improve itself and meet the expectations of the South African people.

Source: Xinhua