China's state broadcaster China Central Television reports that Xi spoke to the incoming US president over the phone on Monday.

It says Xi congratulated Trump on his election and said cooperation was the only correct choice for China and the United States. He added that there is an important opportunity and huge potential in China-US cooperation.

Xi said he is willing to push forward the relationship together with the US.

Trump said he agrees with Xi's view on ties between the US and China. He called China a great and important country, and said the 2 nations can realize a win-win relationship.

During his election campaign, Trump criticized China for taking jobs away from American workers. He also suggested readiness to respond more resolutely to the issue of China's moves in the South China Sea. Trump also showed a negative stance on measures against global warming, which both the US and China have actively tackled.

Chinese leaders appear anxious to meet Trump in person soon to confirm his positions.