Chinese President Hu Jintao has held talks with Costa Rican counterpart Oscar Arias Sanchez in San Jose. Hu spoke highly of the rapid development of China-Costa Rica relations, pledging efforts to further expand bilateral cooperation in various fields.

After the welcoming ceremony held in the President's residency on Monday, Hu Jintao held talks with Costa Rican President, Oscar Arias Sanchez.

During the talks, Hu noted that mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields has been growing steadily.

The Chinese president also praised the fast growth in bilateral ties over the past year, including fruitful cooperation in international and regional affairs. President Hu expressed his hope that both countries will continue making efforts to develop long-term, sound and stable relations, as well as cooperation.