Dear Journalists,

At the invitation of Premier Li Keqiang of the State Council, Prime Minister Peter O'Neill of Papua New Guinea will pay an official visit to China from July 5 to 10.

Foreign media based in Beijing wishing to cover the welcoming ceremony, the signing ceremony and the press briefing by the senior official from the Chinese Foreign Ministry at the Great Hall of the People are kindly requested to apply by email and confirm by telephone before 8:00 a.m., July 1.

As the space is limited, the quota will be allocated on "first come, first served" basis. Please telephone Information Department before July 5 for confirmation.

Liaison officer: Li Wen

Tel: 65963334/65964319

Email:li_wen@mfa.gov.cn

International Press Center

June 29,2016