Hu:China to cooperate with other countries

 

Chinese President Hu Jintao said China will cooperate with other nations for the sake of its economic growth and internal stability.The outgoing leader gave his final New Year address through the state-run Central Television on Monday. Hu said 2012 was a significant year for China's development. He referred to the change in leadership of the governing Communist Party. Xi Jinping took over from Hu as the party's General Secretary in November.

Hu said China will solve international issues in 2013 by peaceful means and will play a responsible role as a major power, promoting global economic growth. Hu is scheduled to retire from politics in March when Xi takes over as president.