SHANGHAI
Commenting on three-day visit of Erdogan to China, the Chinese press wrote that it was very important to develop relations with Turkey which was a model country for the Middle East with its rising economy and political stability.
The flirting period ended between the two countries, which were determined to be constructive and active in solution of problems, and both countries were aware of their responsibilities, wrote the press.
Chinese press defines Erdogan's visit under four main topics as; economy, politics, culture and international cooperation agreements.
The press stated that the biggest problem of Turkey, which is the 16th biggest economy of the world, is trade deficit.
As a sign of having a more transparent and realistic perspective in Uighur problem -–which has a political importance-- Turkish premier began his trip from Urumchi, said the Chinese press.
The press recalled that this year would be celebrated as Chinese Year in Turkey, and China would celebrate 2013 as Turkish Year.