BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese President Xi Jinping made a short visit to Morocco on Thursday, according to state media from both countries. Xi was welcomed in Casablanca by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and the visit reflected the strong bonds of friendship,

CASABLANCA: Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that China is ready to continue working with Morocco to firmly support each other on issues concerning their respective core interests,

China is ready to work with Morocco to implement the outcomes of the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and the 10th ministerial conference of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, and work for more outcomes in practical cooperation across various fields within the framework of Belt and Road cooperation, Xi said.

Chinese President Xi Jinping departed from Moroccos Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca on Friday afternoon following a brief visit to the Kingdom.

Xi made the "brief visit" in the African country after wrapping up the G20 summit in Brazil.Chinese President Xi Jinping landed in Morocco on Thursday for a "brief visit," according to Moroccan state media.