Speaking at the China – CEE Economic Forum in Bucharest, Li highlighted that, although trade between the Asian country and the countries in the region has doubles over the past years, its value is still modest and must be further increased.

“We must redouble trade in the next five years. I am confident this is an achievable goal,” Li said, adding that he wants a balanced trade.

“China doesn’t want surplus from trade with CEE countries. We want foreign trade to be balanced and increase quality agri-food product imports,” Li said.