He said he regarded the United States as a "benign force" and welcomed China "engaging constructively with the region".
May's spokeswoman also highlighted that Hammond's colleagues had welcomed the way he and Treasury officials had worked constructively with other departments, and the renewed focus on the long-term weaknesses of the economy.
"I have always welcomed independent scrutiny and encouraged my team to work constructively with inspectors and other external agencies in an open but professional way and respond positively to the recommendations made in order to keep young people, and improving their life chances, at the heart of what we do".
If the participants feel comfortable and welcomed, then they are more likely to relax and comment constructively on the interface.
The MoJ said that it welcomed the move and looked forward to "continuing to work constructively with the professions".
Microsoft welcomed Barrett's appointment and said it was looking forward to working constructively with him to ensure the company's full compliance.
The announcement was welcomed by the New Zealand opposition leader Simon Bridges, who said his National party would "work constructively with the government" on the issue.
It's a move that I'm sure will be welcomed, not only by journalists but by the many thousands of readers who already contribute constructively to positive debates, offering personal experience, considered opinion and, of course, constructive criticism of our journalism.
In a letter to the prime minister, Ms Sturgeon welcomed the outcome of the summit, and said it was "essential that this time is used constructively and not wasted".
At the start of the 30-minute session, Mr Cameron welcomed his opposite number to his new position and said that he believed there were areas where they could work "constructively together in the national interest".
Public comment is welcomed.
