Nov. 2 (Bloomberg) -- China hopes for a quick resolution of the uncertainty caused by Greece’s decision to call a referendum on its bailout, Zhu Guangyao, Vice Finance Minister, told reporters today in Cannes, France.

The referendum was “unexpected” for China as for European leaders, Zhu said. “We hope the time of uncertainty will be reduced as much as possible to protect market stability.”

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