Finland's President Tarja Halonen (L) shakes hands with Chinese President Hu Jintao during their meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing October 23, 2008. [Agencies]

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (L) walks with Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong as they inspect an honour guard during an official welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing October 23, 2008. [Agencies]