On June 24, 2012, Premier Wen Jiabao of the State Council had discussions with the Argentine famous people from business, science, culture, education, international relations, and other communities. He listened to their introductions to the situation in Argentina and their recommendations on the cooperation between the two countries.

Wen said that amity between people holds the key to sound relations between states. The foundation of state-to-state relationship lies in the people. Only when the people of the two countries have mutual understanding and mutual trust, can the friendship and cooperation between the two countries last long. He said that he was very pleased to start his visit to Argentina by having discussions first with the local people. The discussions have not only increased his understanding of Argentina, but also further testified that China and Argentina are good friends and partners respecting each other and treating each other as equals.

Premier Wen said that although far away from each other, the two countries have a lot in common. As developing countries, the two countries not only have firm political mutual trust, but also enjoy strong economic complementarities. The two countries share broad common interests and consensus in international affairs. He expressed the belief that through the visit, China-Argentina friendship will be further deepened, the exchanges and cooperation in various fields between the two countries will reach a higher level, and China-Argentina relations will usher in a broader prospect.