Foreign leaders and diplomats rallied behind Chinese President Xi Jinping’s keynote speech at the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit, calling it a \\"game-changing blueprint\\" for deepening collaboration between China and African nations. 🌐
\\"President Xi's speech reiterated China's unwavering support for Africa’s growth and showcased the strength of our shared future,\\" said Gambian Foreign Minister Mamadou Tangara.
Xi’s address outlined plans to boost joint modernization efforts and create a \\"high-level community with a shared future,\\" resonating deeply with attendees. Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, hailed the proposal to elevate China-Africa relations to an \\"all-weather partnership\\" for the new era.
Ahmed Mustafa Fahmy of the Arab States’ China office added: \\"This isn’t just about Africa – it’s a model for global South cooperation. Xi’s vision aligns development goals across continents.\\" ✨
With over 50 African nations represented, the summit spotlights tech-driven initiatives and sustainable projects aimed at youth empowerment – key themes for FOCAC’s next chapter. 📈
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Foreign officials hail Xi's speech at opening ceremony of FOCAC summit
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