BEIJING — Premier Li Keqiang on Nov 6 sent a congratulatory message to Jacinda Ardern on her re-election as New Zealand prime minister.

In his message, Premier Li said China and New Zealand are important partners to each other. Since the establishment of diplomatic ties 48 years ago, China-New Zealand relations have made considerable progress.

China attaches great importance to its relations with New Zealand, Premier Li said, noting that he looks forward to continuing to work with Ardern to push for greater development of the China-New Zealand comprehensive strategic partnership, so as to bring more benefits to the two peoples.