(Translation)
                                                                                                                                              Beijing, Jan.24th, 2002

His Excellency Mr. Shimon Peres
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
The State of Israel
Jerusalem

   On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the People’s Republic of China and the State of Israel, I wish to extend my warm congratulations to Your Excellency.

The friendly relation of cooperation between China and Israel has made substantial progress through the joint effort during the past 10 years. The healthy and stable relation of mutual benefit and cooperation is not only in the interests of both peoples but also conducive to the regional peace and security. I would like to make joint efforts with Your Excellency towards this goal.

Wish the friendly relation between the People’s Republic of China and the State of Israel develops continuously.
Wish Your Excellency good health and successful work.
   


                                                                                                                            Tang jiaxuan
                                                                                     Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China.