China will make a thorough study of the European Commission's policy paper on EU-China relations, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Kong Quan said here Thursday.

　　On Sept. 10, the European Commission issued its policy paper for transmission to the Council and the European Parliament, the fifth of such document in nine years.

　　Kong said comprehensive cooperation between China and the European Union (EU) is in the fundamental interests of both sides and conducive to maintaining world peace, stability and development.

　　He said China praised and welcomed the EU's positive efforts in strengthening China-EU relations. China also believed both sides should promote cooperation, and enhance consultation on international and regional affairs.

         (from XINHUANEWS)