The historic meeting between the leaders of China and Taiwan

The agreement was signed between the two countries

Among the leaders of China and Taiwan in more than 60 years in Singapore have met for the first time.

Taiwan's President Ma Ying Yu and Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with each other before the start of the meeting, which was widely seen as a symbol.

China believes that Taiwan is a province separated from their root will be back one day. However, many people in Taiwan see as freedom and the growing influence of China is concerned.

Luxury hotels in a starting Ma Ying said at the meeting, the two sides each other's values ​​and ways of life have to honor. "

The Chinese president also told his counterpart that "we are a family."

Xi Jinping said that the meeting with the leaders of the Taiwan Strait, the waters a historic chapter in relations between the two sides, and history will remember this day. "

Relations between China and Taiwan President Ma Ying Yu took office in 2008 have improved considerably since. Improvements in the economic and tourism links between the two countries and trade agreements have been signed.

Ma Ying called him a "friendly and positive," said. No big deal or agreement between the two countries has not been reached.

He added that the disputed South China Sea, which recently has been a concern for the region will be discussed.

However, Xi Jinping speech at the National University of Singapore, speaking on the issue said that China has always tried to resolve conflicts peacefully is.