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bengal exchanges and discussions on the computer Chinese pend code, feasibility of internal code inter-change, type face of Chinese characters, Chinese input systems, cr ordination of future Chinese information processing standards and exchange of experiences in Chinese computer technology. They also discussed and agreed upon establishing a technological work team to periodically study problems such as the Chinese information standardisation problem in Taiwan and the mainland. (Zhongguo Xinwen She, Peking, in Chinese 1057 gmt 4 Apr 89)

Taiwan shoe-makers visit PRC

A Taiwan group, composed of 20 major shoe manufacturers, is currently on the mainland on a fact-finding tour of Shanghai, Fujian and Guangdong to look into the "investment environment". The group arrived in Shanghai in the second half of March and inspected Fujian from 3rd to 6th April. They left for Guangdong on 6th April. (Peking for Taiwan 0400 gmt 7 Apr 89)

Sino-Portuguese Joint Liaison Group meets The Sino-Portuguese Joint Liaison Group in Macao has held its fourth meeting at which the status of the Chinese language in the territory, the (?training) of cadres, the translation into Chinese of the legislation in force in Macao, and the territory's participation in international organisations were the topics discussed. (Lisbon home service 2300 gmt 5 Apr 89)

'Wen Wei Po' looks forward to increased trade between China and Mongolia (Excerpts) China has in recent years introduced a policy of peace and goodneighbourly relations, with extremely great progress achieved. Mongolian Foreign Minister Gombosuren's visit to China marked a new stage in the diplomatic relations between China and Mongolia...

The Mongolian people share the same religious belief and habits of life with the Huis and Mongols in Inner Mongolia and Shanxi of China. For a long period of time, there had been close trade relations. Such relations were interrupted only under the influence of external forces in the 1960s. Now the

obstacle has been removed. There will inevitably be an upsurge in mutual visits between the people and mutual trade. To put these exchanges on a normal basis, China and Mongolia have signed an agreement on people freely crossing the border, with no need for a visa. Given the convenience of exchange, China's industrial machinery, light industrial products, electrical equipment and textiles can be sold in Mongolia and to the USSR through Mongolia. Wages in Mongolia are relatively low. The system there is also more flexible than that in the USSR, with not too many burdens and with not too much great-nation chauvinism. The national character is also close to that of the Chinese. Therefore, Mongolia may have a greater capacity than the Siberian region of the USSR in attracting foreign capital. Recently, many Hongkong business people have entered Mongolia negotiating for the establishment of factories. It is hoped that markets can be developed with Mongolia and with the USSR and Eastern Europe...

Owing to the Cambodian issue, the border problem between China and the USSR has still not been solved. The summit between China and the USSR will not necessarily lead

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to the normalisation of Sino-Soviet relations. But the relations between China and Mongolia can definitely go ahead of Sino- Soviet relations... (Hongkong, Wen Wei Po', in Chinese 5 Apr 89)

New Zealand Foreign Minister in China (Excerpts) Chinese Foreign Minister Qian Qichen and New Zealand Foreign Minister Russell Marshall shared identical views on major international issues and bilateral relations during their talks here today [Peking, 3rd April]. On the Kampuchean question, Qian Qichen held that the key to the solution lies in Vietnam's genuine withdrawal of all its troops. "We judge Vietnam by its deeds, not just by its words,” he added... Later, Qian hosted a banquet in honour of his New Zealand counterpart. In their toasts, both Qian and Marshall expressed satisfaction with the development of friendship and co- operation between the two countries since the establishment of their diplomatic relations 17 years ago. “China is ready, on the basis of equality and mutual benefit and in accordance with the needs and to the extent possible, to push the bilateral economic relations and trade with all the other countries and regions in this part of the world to a new level,” Qian said. Marshall held that the relationship between New Zealand and China is one of sincerity and maturity...(Xinhua in English 1048 gmt 3 Apr 89)

(Excerpt) Li Tieying, Chinese State Councillor and Minister in charge of the State Education Commission, met with visiting New Zealand Foreign Minister Russell Marshall here this afternoon [Peking, 3rd April]... (Xinhua in English 1052 gmt 3 Apr 89)

Gen Vo Nguyen

Vo Nguyen Giap leaves for India Giap, Vice-Chairman of the Council of Ministers, left Hanoi on 10th April for a visit to India at the invitation of the Indian government. (VNA in English 1513 gmnt 10 Apr 89)

Vietnamese cultural delegation in Japan At the invitation of the Japanese government, a Vietnamese cultural delegation recently visited Japan. It exchanged views with Japanese leaders on prospects for developing cultural exchange between the two countries, and met Japanese National Assembly deputies, officials of the ministries of foreign affairs and culture and Japanese cultural specialists. (Hanoi home service 1430 gmt 1 Apr 89)