Premier Li Keqiang has sent a congratulatory message to Jargaltulga Erdenebat, the newly appointed Prime Minister of Mongolia.

Premier Li congratulated Jargaltulga Erdenebat on his election, noting that the two countries are friendly neighbours and that the Sino-Mongolian comprehensive strategic partnership is keeping developing and cooperation in various fields deepened.

China has attached great importance to its relationship with Mongolia and is willing to join efforts with Mongolia to further promote bilateral ties, to seek more benefits for people in both countries, the Premier said.