国内英语新闻:China, Germany discuss media cooperation

BEIJING, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) -- Nearly 40 representatives from China and Germany gathered in Beijing on Tuesday to discuss media cooperation.

Officials, diplomats and media representatives from both countries attended the 4th China-Germany media dialogue to exchange views on pragmatic cooperation, social media development and media education.

The sound development of bilateral ties has brought new vigor to media cooperation between China and Germany, said Cai Mingzhao, director for China's State Council Information Office. There have been some positive results of media cooperation, such as regular dialogue, joint interviews and joint program production, he said.

Cai said he hopes media from both countries will communicate and cooperate more in fields such as journalism, technology and management, and explore the convergence of traditional media and emerging media.

He called for beefing up the strength of the media to enhance mutual understanding between China and Germany.

Foreign Ministry State Secretary Stephan Steinlein said Germany is interested in China's achievements since its reform and opening up, adding China is playing an increasingly important role in the world with more responsibility in international society.

Steinlein said globalization requires Germany and China to deepen mutual understanding, especially in media.

The next dialogue will be held in Germany in 2015.