China, Sudan to promote military cooperation

China will strengthen military ties with Sudan and promote military cooperation between the two countries, Vice Chairman of China\'s Central Military Commission Xu Caihou said on Monday. During a meeting with Sudanese Defense Minister Abdel Rahim Mohamed Hussein, Xu said China and Sudan have a long history of friendship, and the two countries also have expanded cooperation in a wide range of fields since diplomatic relations were established. \"Bilateral relations have developed to a new level and we hope to expand pragmatic military-to-military cooperation,\" Xu said. Hussein spoke highly of Sudan-China friendly relationship, saying that Sudan hoped to cooperate with China in various fields and expand consensus. \"Sudan will continue to adhere to the one-China policy,\" Hussein said.