The Chief Minister says a delegation to China is exceeding all expectations.
Allan Bell and a party of private sector representatives are currently in Shanghai, having already had meetings in Beijing and Tianjin earlier this week.
The trip has been described as a follow up to one which was carried out last year.
Speaking on Mandate this morning, Mr Bell says building on such relationships is crucial for the Island to develop its economy in the coming years . .
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