China on Thursday expressed its appreciation for Cape Verde's consistent adherence to one-China policy.

The bilateral relations between China and Cape Verde have maintained sound development since the two countries forged diplomatic ties 31 years ago, said Chinese Vice President Zeng Qinghong.

While meeting with Cape Verde's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Overseas Affairs Victor Manuel Barbosa Borges, Zeng said the two countries have witness fruitful cooperation in areas like politics, trade, culture, education and health care.

Zeng believed bilateral ties would reach a new level under joint efforts of the two countries.

Borges told Zeng that Cape Verde values relations with China and regards China as an important partner.

China has long provided assistance for Cape Verde's economic development, said Borges, calling for further cooperation between the two countries in various fields like infrastructure.

Borges stressed Cape Verde will firmly stick to one-China policy.

Borges pays an official visit to China from May 16 to 20 as the guest of Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi.