On the afternoon of August 21, President Hu Jintao had a telephone conversation with President of Republic of Korea (ROK) Roh Moo-hyun at his invitation.

Roh expressed his gratitude to the Chinese government and people for the hospitality he received during his recent China tour. He said that the two sides reached important consensus on bilateral relations during his visit and the ROK side was satisfied with the growth of bilateral ties. Hu said he and Roh agreed to form the comprehensive and cooperative partnership between the two countries during Roh's recent visit. He was pleased that all relevant issues agreed by both were being implemented.

The two sides exchanged views on the nuclear issue of the Korean peninsula, especially the six-party talks to be held in Beijing. Roh expressed appreciation of and gratitude for China's unremitting efforts to make the six-party talks possible. Hu noted the six-party talks represent an important step towards a peaceful solution to the Korean peninsula nuclear issue. He said that all relevant parties should avail themselves of this opportunity to exchange views and reach more consensus so as to keep the dialogue for the peaceful solution going on.