And turning now to Europe....
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has arrived in Greece in his official visit to the country since taking office last year.
Paul, what's on the agenda for China's number two leader?
Premier Li says he hopes to deepen mutual political trust,... expand bilateral cooperation in a wide range of areas,... and promote cultural exchanges between the two nations.
Upon arriving at Athens International Airport on Thursday, Li was greeted by Greek Prime Minister... Antonis Samaras... at a welcome ceremony.
During his three-day visit, Li is schedule to meet with top Greek leaders including President Karolos Pa-pou-li-asso... as well as address a forum on bilateral maritime issues.
On the economic front, the two countries are expected to sign more than 20 cooperation agreements and business contracts in fields such as trade, investment, shipping, and technology.
Greece is the final leg of Li's two-nation European trip.
He had visited Britain earlier this week, where he witnessed the signing of cooperative deals worth over 30 billion U.S. dollars.
