Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi kicked off 2024 with a bang, revving up China's 35-year tradition of prioritizing African diplomacy. His week-long tour, starting Sunday, includes the Republic of the Congo – a partner now celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations with Beijing.
Why it matters? Trade between the two nations hit $6.57 billion in 2022 (up 22% from 2021!), and they're now doubling down with fresh Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation plans. Think infrastructure, tech, and sustainable development upgrades!
Between the lines: This builds on their 2018 BRI agreement, showing how China's African partnerships keep evolving from 'shaking hands' to 'building bridges.' Literally and figuratively!
Young professionals take note: With cross-border digital economy projects gaining steam, this partnership could unlock new opportunities in tech and green energy sectors.
Between the lines: This builds on their 2018 BRI agreement, showing how China's African partnerships keep evolving from 'shaking hands' to 'building bridges.' Literally and figuratively! 
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