Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted the strong bond between China and Nigeria as a shining example of Global South solidarity during his meeting with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu in Abuja. 🌟
Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that the relationship has moved beyond bilateral connections, aiming to build an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era.
\"China and Nigeria have always respected each other and treated each other as equals,\" Wang added. He noted that in September, the two countries elevated their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone in their collaboration.
The relations between China and Nigeria are at the forefront of China-Africa ties, achieving mutual benefits and win-win cooperation on the path to development and revitalization. 🌱✨
At the recent Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), significant outcomes like the 10 partnership action plans were achieved. Wang expressed China's readiness to strengthen alignment with Nigeria, tapping into cooperation potential to help accelerate Nigeria's development and revitalization.
China is also supporting Nigeria in combating terrorism, safeguarding regional peace and stability, and playing a bigger role in international affairs.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu hailed the \"unbreakable\" Nigeria-China friendship, emphasizing the importance of their relations for Nigeria's development. He expressed hope that China will continue to support Nigeria's role in global and regional affairs.
Tinubu extended condolences to China over the earthquake in the Xizang Autonomous Region, commending the Chinese government's swift and effective disaster relief efforts.
On the same day, Wang Yi held talks with Nigeria's Foreign Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and the two foreign ministers jointly spoke with the press. 📰🤝
