Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that China has developed relations with Pacific island countries in a candid manner, without selfish motives or targeting any third party.

Xi made the remarks during his meeting with Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting. 

Xi also said that China's policy on Pacific island countries fully respects their sovereignty and independence, and does not attach political conditions or make empty promises.

As developing countries, China and Pacific island countries should strengthen mutual assistance within the framework of South-South cooperation, he noted.

Noting Fiji was the first Pacific island country to establish diplomatic ties with the People's Republic of China, Chinese President Xi said China is willing to work with Fiji to consolidate political mutual trust, expand practical cooperation, deepen people-to-people exchanges and push for continuous development of China-Fiji comprehensive strategic partnership. 

Appreciating the support and assistance provided by China to Fiji and other Pacific island countries, Rabuka said Fiji looks forward to deepening cooperation with China. 

(With input from Xinhua)