Mexico's President Enrique Pena Nieto has said that Mexico's main aim is to strengthen its ties with China, the world's second-largest economic power, to bring more prosperity and opportunities.

During a recent interview, Pena told Chinese state media that since President Xi Jinping's visit to Mexico in 2013, ties between both nations have grown stronger and deeper.

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"Today, the relationship between China and Mexico is deeper, more productive and positive for both nations. The intense dynamic of dialogue and bilateral collaboration in recent years has allowed us to bring into full play the potential of our economies," said Pena.

He added that there has bee an increase in Mexico's exports to China. The financial market even got a boost when the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China was opened in Mexico in 2015.

"Meanwhile, cultural exchange has been another important dimension in which both countries have worked well," said Pena. "Education and culture have helped to enrich mutual understanding and reinforce the friendship of the two nations that both enjoy millennial cultures."

He applauded the fact that despite the tough times the Chinese market is facing, it was still growing. He encouraged his country to learn from China's successful practices

"Its economic dynamism, the size of its economy and its high demand for goods have made China a very attractive market for Mexico. The key is to focus on learning and enjoying the complementarity in our economies," the Mexican leader stated.

He noted that all members of the G20 Summit have a crucial mandate to maintain stability; build an innovative interconnected, inclusive and growing global economy; and improving global economic governance.

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