Diplomats from five Pacific Island nations joined Chinese counterparts in Xiamen this week for high-stakes talks on climate action, trade, and education – proving partnerships can thrive across oceans. 🌊✨
The Third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' Meeting saw leaders from Niue, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, and Micronesia celebrate 50 years of collaboration with China. Niue Prime Minister Dalton Tagelagi emphasized mutual respect and reaffirmed support for the one-China principle, calling it the foundation of trust.
From sustainable farming to friendship schools, the dialogue buzzed with innovative ideas:
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea praised China's Juncao mushroom cultivation project – a poverty-busting agricultural win
🏫 Over 3,000 students graduate yearly from the China-Papua New Guinea Friendship School
Micronesia's Lorin Robert highlighted five cooperation pillars, including climate action and cultural exchanges, while Fiji's Lenora Qereqeretabua celebrated “shared understanding of identity and traditions.”
With all nations committing to deeper Belt and Road Initiative collaboration, this summit proves cross-ocean partnerships aren’t just possible – they’re planting seeds for a greener, more connected future. 🌱🌐
