Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi held talks this week to deepen bilateral cooperation, with a focus on driving economic stability and modernization in Somalia. The meeting highlighted China's commitment to supporting African nations through actionable partnerships. 🚀
Wang emphasized China's readiness to implement outcomes from the recent Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, including leveraging zero-tariff policies for least-developed countries. 💼 'We aim to jointly advance modernization that benefits both sides,' he stated.
Fiqi praised China's role as a 'steadfast partner' in international affairs and reaffirmed Somalia's adherence to the one-China principle, opposing any actions threatening China's sovereignty. 🤝 'Our friendship is built on mutual respect and shared goals,' he added.
The talks also explored Somalia's participation in 10 China-Africa partnership action plans, covering infrastructure, tech collaboration, and sustainable development. 🌱 Analysts say this could boost Somalia's post-conflict recovery while expanding China's role as a key player in African geopolitics.
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