*** *** I attach great importance to the development of China Iceland relations and am willing to work with you to make new progress in China Iceland relations on the basis of mutual respect, mutual benefit and win-win results, taking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as a new starting point, so as to benefit the two countries and two peoples. Johannesson said that Iceland and China enjoy profound friendship and close cooperation in trade, tourism, culture, education, scientific research and many other fields. It is hoped that the two sides will maintain dialogue and communication and work together to build a prosperous, happy and secure future for the two countries. On the same day, Premier Li Keqiang and Icelandic Prime Minister Jacob stotier exchanged congratulatory messages. Li Keqiang said that the Chinese government attaches great importance to the development of China Iceland relations. I am willing to work with your excellency to take the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations as an opportunity to promote greater development of China Iceland relations and practical cooperation in various fields. Jacobs dotier said that the implementation of the ice China free trade agreement and the growth of bilateral trade have not only promoted mutual understanding between the two sides, but also narrowed the distance between the two peoples. The Beijing Winter Olympics will provide new opportunities for deepening ice China relations. We expect the two sides to continue to deepen cooperation and create a better future for the two countries. (outlook new era)