China Wednesday said its relations with the United States in the Asia-Pacific region should be cooperative and win-win but not a zero-sum game.

"China is willing to witness the United States and other countries play a positive role in maintaining peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region," Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi told a forum in Beijing Wednesday.

Applauding the Chinese and U.S. presidents' consensus to build a positive, cooperative and comprehensive bilateral relationship for the 21st century, Yang said China and the United States can solve their problems through dialogue.

"Generally, the Chinese-U.S. relationship has grown at a steady pace. We are willing to enhance contact and cooperation on international and regional issues with the U.S. through dialogue and exchange at various levels," he said.