土耳其希望全方位地促进与中国的关系
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his country seeks to boost ties with China at all levels as part of the "strategic cooperation" agreed upon by the two countries in 2010.
土耳其总统雷杰普·塔伊普·埃尔多安称，2010年与中国达成“战略合作”协议，土耳其力图全方位地促进与中国的关系。
Erdogan made the comment ahead of his two-day visit in China, which begins today. He says he expects several cooperation deals to be inked during his first visit to China as the Turkish President.
"I believe this visit will enhance and increase the content of our strategic partnership."
China has previously revealed that the two countries may further boost cooperation in transportation, energy and telecommunications.
Erdogan is due to meet with top Chinese leaders including President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang.
A key issue during Erdogan's time in Beijing will be the long-standing talks between the two countries to buy the Chinese long-range surface-to-air missile system.
He says Turkey is open to an improved offer from China.
"We are going to revisit those issues during this visit. Any offer that will enrich this acceptable offer will be welcomed by us too. Because the real important subject is the mutual benefit of the countries."