On March 22, 2006, Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing held talks in the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse with his Spanish counterpart Miguel Angel Moratinos, who was on a visit to China.

Li made positive comments on the status quo of bilateral relations and appreciated Spain for formulating an "Asia-Pacific Plan of Action" with China as its priority, indicating that China attaches great importance to developing relations with Spain and would like to work with Spain to strengthen exchanges of high-level visits, keep closer political dialogue and consultations, expand exchanges and cooperation in the areas of economy, trade and culture and push for steady and in-depth development of bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership.

Moratinos indicated that Spain will continue to pursue the one-China policy and further promote cooperation with China in the areas of economy & trade, culture, science & education, judicature and tourism.

Both sides also exchanged views on international issues of common interest.