China, Japan to hold new round of strategic dialogue after 7 years

China and Japan will hold a new round of strategic dialogue on August 10 after seven years, spokesperson for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hua Chunying announced on Wednesday.

National flags of China and Japan.[File Photo: IC]

Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Le Yucheng and his Japanese counterpart Takeo Akiba are expected to exchange in-depth views on bilateral ties, as well as international and regional issues of concern to both sides.

China hopes the dialogue will enhance mutual political trust and improve bilateral relations.