The two neighbors should also advance the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, discuss the development of the hydropower resources of the Saryjaz river and expand cooperation in agriculture, education and culture, among other areas, he added.
As the impact of the international financial crisis on the region is deepening, members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) should enhance solidarity, deepen pragmatic cooperation and inject fresh impetus to the improvement of peace and stability, economic development and peoples' well-being in the region, he said.
It is of great importance for Kyrgyzstan to host the SCO prime ministers' meeting, Wen said, adding that China supports Kyrgyzstan's efforts and will work with Kyrgyzstan to ensure a successful meeting.
For his part, Satybaldiyev said China is a close, friendly and reliable neighbor, and the two countries share a time-honored traditional friendship and have carried out productive cooperation in politics, economy and trade, cultural exchanges and security, among others.
Bilateral relations have developed rapidly and enjoyed a broad prospect, he said, adding that his country appreciates China's assistance and support and is willing to maintain high-level contact with China and improve bilateral cooperation mechanisms.
Kyrgyzstan will work with China to expand cooperation in economy and trade as well as agriculture, and press ahead with the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway and the joint exploitation of hydropower resources, he said.
Kyrgyzstan, he said, will work together with China and other SCO members to contribute to regional stability and development.
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