On September 6, Chinese President Xi Jinping held his final round of bilateral meetings with African leaders who had come to Beijing to take part in the summit meeting of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
In the morning he met with President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso, who was also paying a state visit to China.
Xi Jinping congratulated the Republic of the Congo on taking over the African co-chair of FOCAC. He commended Denis Sassou Nguesso for his important contributions to the success of the FOCAC Beijing Summit. Xi pointed out that developing solidarity and cooperation with African countries is an important cornerstone of China’s foreign policy. He recalled that during his visit to Africa in 2013, he put forth the principles of China’s Africa policy – sincerity, real results, amity and good faith, and pursuing the greater good and shared interests, which have become the guiding principles for China’s relations with all other developing countries. China is ready to work with the Republic of the Congo to better play their leading role as FOCAC co-chairs, implement the outcomes of the summit, ensure that the “golden brand” of FOCAC shines even brighter over time, and show the international community the firm resolve of China and Africa to jointly advance the building of an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era.
Xi Jinping pointed out that this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the Republic of the Congo. The rock-solid friendship between the two countries is rooted in a high degree of political mutual trust, the common pursuit of ideas and the firm support for each other. China-Africa relations have embarked on a new journey, and friendly cooperation between China and the Republic of the Congo will embrace the next 60 years with even more brilliance.
Xi Jinping suggested that China and the Republic of the Congo play the “four roles”, i.e. a standard-bearer for building a community with a shared future, a pioneer in Belt and Road cooperation, a model of people-to-people bonds, and an example of solidarity and collaboration. China supports the Republic of the Congo in developing a diversified economy and encourages Chinese enterprises to participate in the construction of major infrastructure and regional connectivity projects in the country. China is ready to carry out cooperation in agriculture, digital economy, green development and other fields, deepen people-to-people and cultural exchanges, and encourage the two peoples to actively participate in the cause of friendship between China and the Republic of the Congo. China is ready to work with the Republic of the Congo to carry forward the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, strengthen international cooperation in global governance and other fields, and create a more favourable international environment for the development and revitalisation of developing countries.
Denis Sassou Nguesso recalled that 60 years ago, he was one of the first batch of young people from the Republic of the Congo to visit China. Over the years, he has visited China multiple times and witnessed its continuous and remarkable economic and technological development. China has become a powerful country in the world, which fills its people with great pride and earns deep admiration and heartfelt congratulations from the people of the Republic of the Congo. The Republic of the Congo firmly abides by the one-China principle and supports the Chinese government in safeguarding national sovereignty, security and territorial integrity. This position remains unwavering.
Meeting with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Somalia enjoy a long history of friendly exchanges. Somalia is the first East African country to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China, and the friendship between the two countries has withstood many tests. China is ready to work with Somalia to uphold the original aspiration of establishing diplomatic relations and push for more new achievements in bilateral relations to better benefit the two peoples.
Xi Jinping emphasised that both China and Somalia shoulder the historical mission of achieving complete national reunification. [Here Xi Jinping refers respectively to China’s Taiwan province and to the secessionist ‘Republic of Somaliland’.] China supports Somalia in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity and supports the peace and development process in Somalia. China is willing to continue to support Somalia’s economic and social development, tap cooperation potential and expand development space with Somalia, and take the implementation of the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit as an opportunity to strengthen cooperation in such areas as economy, trade, fishery and human resources training. Xi Jinping congratulated Somalia on its election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and its official accession to the East African Community.
Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed the belief that under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China will surely be able to build itself into a strong modern country on all fronts as scheduled and lead Africa and the world in achieving common development. He thanked China for supporting Somalia in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity and providing valuable assistance to Somalia’s economic development. Somalia aspires to achieve security and stability, regards China as a reliable and trusted partner and friend, and hopes to continuously deepen bilateral friendly cooperative relations.
Xi Jinping also met with Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye.
The Chinese leader pointed out that over the years, China-Burundi relations have stood the test of changes in the international landscape and become true partners who respect each other and seek common development, and good brothers who share weal and woe and fight shoulder to shoulder. Continuously promoting bilateral relations is in the interests of both countries and is of exemplary significance for Global South countries to seek strength through unity.
Xi Jinping stressed that China supports Burundi in opposing external interference and pursuing an independent development path. China is ready to work with Burundi to continue to firmly support each other on issues related to each other’s core interests and major concerns. China is ready to strengthen experience sharing and cooperation on capacity building with Burundi in areas such as reform and development, rural revitalisation and poverty alleviation, and promote mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields including infrastructure, agriculture, economy and trade.
Evariste Ndayishimiye said that he has a deep and wonderful impression of his attendance at the opening ceremony of the Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games last year and his meeting with President Xi Jinping. It gives him great pleasure to again visit China, a beautiful and friendly country. Burundi-China relations are based on shared values and ideals. Like China, the Burundian government is also committed to advancing industrialisation and agricultural modernisation so that its people can live a better life, and China’s support and cooperation are crucial. More Chinese enterprises are welcome to invest in Burundi and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation in mining, agriculture, infrastructure and other fields.
At noon, Xi Jinping met with Liberian President Joseph Nyumah Boakai.
Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Liberia enjoy friendly relations. In recent years, the Chinese and Liberian peoples have stood together in the joint fight against Ebola and COVID-19, and engaged in sincere cooperation in the cause of national development, adding new dimensions to bilateral relations.
Joseph Nyumah Boakai thanked China for its long-term and valuable support to Liberia, saying that China’s cooperation has improved the lives of the Liberian people in many aspects such as infrastructure, health and education. China is a true friend of Liberia.
In the evening, Xi Jinping met with President of the Central African Republic Faustin-Archange Touadéra.
Xi Jinping pointed out that although China and the Central African Republic are separated by oceans, the two countries have always stood side by side and shared the same aspirations. China appreciates the Central African Republic’s long-term and firm support on issues concerning China’s core interests and will continue to support the Central African Republic’s efforts to safeguard national independence, security and stability. He welcomed the Central African Republic to make good use of the new measures he announced at the FOCAC Beijing Summit to deepen bilateral economic and trade cooperation, promote the integrated development of infrastructure construction and industries, continuously upgrade bilateral cooperation in various fields, and make the strategic partnership between the two countries a model for China’s relations with Africa and other Global South countries.
Faustin-Archange Touadéra expressed his delight in attending the FOCAC Beijing Summit. In addition to Beijing, he also visited Shandong, Chongqing and Tianjin, where he witnessed the achievements of Chinese modernisation. These are all practical results of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and he is willing to continue learning from China’s successful ideas and experience.
The Chinese leader also met with President of the Republic of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit.
Xi Jinping noted that China was one of the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with South Sudan. Over the past 13 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the two sides have built strong political mutual trust and achieved fruitful cooperation results in various fields. Mutual respect and sincere cooperation form the foundation of China-South Sudan relations, and working together for common development is the future of bilateral relations. China is willing to share development experience and opportunities with South Sudan, continue to implement educational technology and other projects, strengthen cooperation in fields such as petroleum, mining and agriculture, and help South Sudan’s economic diversification.
President Xi stressed that China supports South Sudan in steadily advancing its political transition process, opposes external interference in South Sudan’s internal affairs, and supports the South Sudanese people in taking their future and destiny into their own hands. He expressed the wish that South Sudan will realise lasting peace and development at an early date, saying that China will continue to speak up for South Sudan at the United Nations and on other multilateral occasions and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of South Sudan.
Salva Kiir Mayardit said that the deep friendship between South Sudan and China is based on mutual respect, mutual understanding and mutual support. China is a good friend of South Sudan. Thanks to China’s assistance and support, South Sudan’s economy has recovered, and people’s livelihood has been improved.
Xi Jinping also held meetings with President of Madagascar Andry Nirina Rajoelina, Gambian President Adama Barrow and Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan.
In his meeting with the Madagascan President, Xi said China stands ready to promote exchanges and expand pragmatic cooperation with Madagascar, continue to implement the assistance programs on hybrid rice technology, and explore and strengthen collaboration in areas such as mining, new energy, blue economy, and disaster prevention and mitigation.
President Rajoelina said that thanks to the assistance from China, Madagascar has updated its hybrid rice technology and ensured food security. He expressed the hope to learn from China’s successful experience and achieve national development and prosperity by deepening cooperation with China.
Meeting Gambian President Adama Barrow, Xi said that China will continue to send medical teams to The Gambia and encourage more Gambian youth to come to China for exchanges, fostering closer ties between the two peoples.
President Barrow said that The Gambia believes that China represents hope and the future, and that only by deepening cooperation with China can it achieve national development.
Meeting the Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, Xi said that as 2024 marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, China is ready to work with Sudan to promote the steady development of their strategic partnership. He noted that China supports Sudan in safeguarding national sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, and hopes Sudan will restore peace and stability at an early date.
Al-Burhan said China has carried out many infrastructure construction projects in Sudan, making important contributions to Sudan’s economic development and the improvement of people’s livelihood.
The following articles were originally published on the website of the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
Xi Jinping Holds Talks with President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso
Sep 6 (MFA) — On the morning of September 6, 2024, President Xi Jinping met with President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso, who is in China for the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Xi Jinping congratulated the Republic of the Congo on taking over the African co-chair of FOCAC. He commended Denis Sassou Nguesso for his important contributions to the success of the FOCAC Beijing Summit. Xi Jinping pointed out that developing solidarity and cooperation with African countries is an important cornerstone of China’s foreign policy. Xi Jinping recalled that during his visit to Africa in 2013, he put forth the principles of China’s Africa policy – sincerity, real results, amity and good faith, and pursuing the greater good and shared interests, which have become the guiding principles for China’s relations with all other developing countries. The outcomes of this Beijing Summit will benefit all African countries that have diplomatic relations with China and effectively lift China-Africa cooperation to new heights. The outcomes are of far-reaching significance for guiding the development of China-Africa relations and achieving modernization for both sides. China is ready to work with the Republic of the Congo to better play their leading role as FOCAC co-chairs, implement the outcomes of the summit, ensure that the “golden brand” of FOCAC shines even brighter over time, and show the international community the firm resolve of China and Africa to jointly advance the building of an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era.
Xi Jinping pointed out that this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the Republic of the Congo. The rock-solid friendship between the two countries is rooted in a high degree of political mutual trust, the common pursuit of ideas and the firm support for each other. China-Africa relations have embarked on a new journey, and friendly cooperation between China and the Republic of the Congo will embrace the next 60 years with even more brilliance. The two sides should consolidate and develop their traditional friendship to set an example for China-Africa relations.
Xi Jinping suggested that China and the Republic of the Congo play the “four roles”, i.e. a standard-bearer for building a community with a shared future, a pioneer in Belt and Road cooperation, a model of people-to-people bonds, and an example of solidarity and collaboration. Xi Jinping stressed that China appreciates the firm and unequivocal support of the Republic of the Congo on all issues related to China’s core interests and major concerns, and is ready to deepen exchanges of governance experience with the Republic of the Congo, enhance exchanges in various fields and at all levels, and jointly explore the development paths to modernization. China supports the Republic of the Congo in developing a diversified economy, and encourages Chinese enterprises to participate in the construction of major infrastructure and regional connectivity projects in the country. China is ready to carry out cooperation in agriculture, digital economy, green development and other fields, deepen people-to-people and cultural exchanges, and encourage the two peoples to actively participate in the cause of friendship between China and the Republic of the Congo. China is ready to work with the Republic of the Congo to carry forward the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, strengthen international cooperation in global governance and other fields, and create a more favorable international environment for the development and revitalization of developing countries.
Denis Sassou Nguesso said that 60 years ago, he was one of the first batch of young people from the Republic of the Congo to visit China. Over the years, he has visited China multiple times and witnessed its continuous and remarkable economic and technological development. China has become a powerful country in the world, which fills its people with great pride and earns deep admiration and heartfelt congratulations from the people of the Republic of the Congo. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of the Congo and China 60 years ago, bilateral relations have always maintained sound development. Many Chinese companies have participated in the construction of projects in the fields of fishery, mining, energy and infrastructure in the Republic of the Congo, which have promoted the economic and social development of the country. The Republic of the Congo is willing to continuously consolidate its friendship with China and strengthen practical cooperation in various fields. The Republic of the Congo firmly abides by the one-China principle and supports the Chinese government in safeguarding national sovereignty, security and territorial integrity. This position remains unwavering. Denis Sassou Nguesso thanked China for supporting the Republic of the Congo in taking over the African co-chair of FOCAC, and congratulated China on successfully hosting the FOCAC Beijing Summit. President Xi Jinping announced yesterday the Ten Partnership Actions for the joint efforts of China and Africa to achieve modernization, which will elevate Africa-China solidarity and cooperation to a new height. He thanked China for its strong support for Africa’s development, and the Republic of the Congo is willing to work closely with China to implement the outcomes of the summit and promote the building of a high-level Africa-China community with a shared future.
After the talks, the two heads of state jointly witnessed the signing of a number of bilateral cooperation documents such as the Belt and Road cooperation plan, and those related to economic partnership for common development, green and low-carbon development, housing and urban construction, investment and economic cooperation, entry-exit animal and plant quarantine, the export of Poria cocos to China, digital economy, human resources, and news media.
The two sides issued the Joint Statement between the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of the Congo on Deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and Building a High-level Community with a Shared Future between China and the Republic of the Congo.
Before the talks, President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan held a welcoming ceremony for Denis Sassou Nguesso and his wife Antoinette Sassou Nguesso at the North Hall of the Great Hall of the People.
Wang Yi was present at the above events.
Xi Jinping Meets with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
Sep 6 (MFA) — On the morning of September 6, 2024, President Xi Jinping met with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who is in China for the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of the China-Somalia relationship to a strategic partnership.
Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Somalia enjoy a long history of friendly exchanges. Somalia is the first East African country to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China, and the friendship between the two countries has withstood many tests. China is ready to work with Somalia to uphold the original aspiration of establishing diplomatic relations and push for more new achievements in bilateral relations to better benefit the two peoples.
Xi Jinping emphasized that both China and Somalia shoulder the historical mission of achieving complete national reunification. China supports Somalia in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity and supports the peace and development process in Somalia. The two sides should firmly support each other on issues related to each other’s core interests and major concerns. China is willing to continue to support Somalia’s economic and social development, tap cooperation potential and expand development space with Somalia, and take the implementation of the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit as an opportunity to strengthen cooperation in such areas as economy, trade, fishery and human resources training. China will continue to provide financial support to the international peacekeeping mission in Somalia and support Somalia in enhancing its capacity for independent development, counter-terrorism and maintaining stability. Xi Jinping congratulated Somalia on its election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and its official accession to the East African Community. China is ready to strengthen multilateral cooperation with Somalia to safeguard international justice.
Hassan Sheikh Mohamud congratulated China on successfully hosting the FOCAC Beijing Summit. The series of major global initiatives put forward by President Xi Jinping, such as the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, and the major measures to jointly advance the modernization of Africa and China announced at the opening of the summit yesterday, meet the common aspirations of the peoples of Africa and the world for peace and development, and are highly appreciated by the Somali side. He expressed the belief that under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China will surely be able to build itself into a strong modern country on all fronts as scheduled and lead Africa and the world in achieving common development. He thanked China for supporting Somalia in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity and providing valuable assistance to Somalia’s economic development. Somalia aspires to achieve security and stability, regards China as a reliable and trusted partner and friend, and hopes to continuously deepen bilateral friendly cooperative relations. The Somali side firmly abides by the one-China principle.
During the summit, China and Somalia signed bilateral cooperation documents in radio and television, among other fields.
Wang Yi was present at the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye
Sep 6 (MFA) — On the morning of September 6, 2024, President Xi Jinping met with Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye, who is in China for the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of the China-Burundi relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Xi Jinping pointed out that over the years, China-Burundi relations have stood the test of changes in the international landscape and become true partners who respect each other and seek common development, and good brothers who share weal and woe and fight shoulder to shoulder. Continuously promoting bilateral relations is in the interests of both countries, and is of exemplary significance for Global South countries to seek strength through unity. The FOCAC Beijing Summit has set the direction for the development of China-Africa relations in the next stage, injected new impetus into joint China-Africa efforts to advance modernization, and marked a new milestone in the history of China-Africa relations. Xi Jinping expressed the hope that the two countries will take the implementation of the outcomes of the FOCAC summit as an opportunity to further promote the development of China-Burundi relations.
Xi Jinping stressed that China supports Burundi in opposing external interference and pursuing an independent development path. China is ready to work with Burundi to continue to firmly support each other on issues related to each other’s core interests and major concerns. China is ready to strengthen experience sharing and cooperation on capacity building with Burundi in areas such as reform and development, rural revitalization and poverty alleviation, and promote mutually beneficial cooperation in the fields including infrastructure, agriculture, economy and trade. China is ready to deepen people-to-people and cultural exchanges to consolidate the foundation of traditional friendship. Xi Jinping extended congratulations to Burundi on its election as the Chairman of the 3rd Commission for the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. China will strengthen international coordination with Burundi to safeguard the common interests of developing countries and jointly promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
Evariste Ndayishimiye said that he has a deep and wonderful impression of his attendance at the opening ceremony of the Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games last year and his meeting with President Xi Jinping. It gives him great pleasure to visit again China, a beautiful and friendly country. He extended congratulations to China on successfully hosting the FOCAC Beijing Summit. He said that Burundi fully supports the Ten Partnership Actions announced by President Xi Jinping to advance Africa-China modernization and highly appreciates a series of major initiatives put forward by President Xi Jinping including building a community with a shared future for mankind. Burundi-China relations are based on shared values and ideals. Like China, the Burundian government is also committed to advancing industrialization and agricultural modernization so that its people can live a better life, and China’s support and cooperation are crucial. More Chinese enterprises are welcome to invest in Burundi and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation in mining, agriculture, infrastructure and other fields. Burundi firmly abides by the one-China principle and is willing to strengthen multilateral communication and cooperation with China.
During the summit, the two sides signed a number of bilateral cooperation documents in such areas as the Belt and Road Cooperation plan, economic partnership for common development, agricultural cooperation and the export of coffee beans to China.
Wang Yi was present at the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with President of the Central African Republic Faustin-Archange Touadéra
Sep 6 (MFA) — On the evening of September 6, 2024, President Xi Jinping met with President of the Central African Republic Faustin-Archange Touadéra, who is in China for the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of the relations between China and the Central African Republic to a strategic partnership.
Xi Jinping pointed out that although China and the Central African Republic are separated by oceans, the two countries have always stood side by side and shared the same aspirations. China appreciates the Central African Republic’s long-term and firm support on issues concerning China’s core interests and will continue to support the Central African Republic’s efforts to safeguard national independence, security and stability. He welcomed the Central African Republic to make good use of the new measures he announced at the FOCAC Beijing Summit to deepen bilateral economic and trade cooperation, promote the integrated development of infrastructure construction and industries, continuously upgrade bilateral cooperation in various fields, and make the strategic partnership between the two countries a model for China’s relations with Africa and other Global South countries.
Xi Jinping stressed that the ultimate goal of Chinese modernization is to ensure a better life for the people, which is also the basis and objective of China’s efforts to advance modernization in partnership with African countries. China is willing to strengthen exchanges with the Central African Republic on state governance to create a better and happier life for the people of both countries. He expressed the hope that the Central African Republic will provide a safer business environment for Chinese enterprises.
Faustin-Archange Touadéra expressed his delight in attending the FOCAC Beijing Summit. In addition to Beijing, he also visited Shandong, Chongqing and Tianjin, where he witnessed the achievements of Chinese modernization. These are all practical results of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and he is willing to continue learning from China’s successful ideas and experience. He extended congratulations on the successful convening of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, and believes that China’s further deepening of reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization will provide more development opportunities for Africa. The Central African Republic firmly abides by the one-China principle, and holds that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory. China’s foreign policy is conducive to promoting world peace and development. The Central African Republic highly appreciates China’s leading role in international affairs and is willing to enhance multilateral coordination with China. Faustin-Archange Touadéra thanked President Xi Jinping for announcing new measures for cooperation with Africa at the FOCAC Beijing Summit. He expressed the hope to work with the Chinese side to actively implement the outcomes of the Beijing Summit, advance the Belt and Road cooperation, and deepen cooperation in areas such as agriculture, infrastructure, minerals, energy, digital economy and capacity building, to lift bilateral relations to new heights.
During the Summit, the two sides signed several bilateral cooperation documents in areas such as the Belt and Road cooperation plan and news media.
Wang Yi was present at the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with President of the Republic of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit
Sep 6 (MFA) — On the evening of September 6, 2024, President Xi Jinping met with President of the Republic of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit, who is in China for the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of the China-South Sudan relationship to a strategic partnership.
Xi Jinping noted that China was one of the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with South Sudan. Over the past 13 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the two sides have built strong political mutual trust and achieved fruitful cooperation results in various fields. Mutual respect and sincere cooperation form the foundation of China-South Sudan relations, and working together for common development is the future of bilateral relations. Building a rich and dynamic China-South Sudan relationship meets the common expectations and long-term interests of the two peoples. China is willing to share development experience and opportunities with South Sudan, continue to implement educational technology and other projects, strengthen cooperation in fields such as petroleum, mining and agriculture, and help South Sudan’s economic diversification. China is ready to work with South Sudan to implement various outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit and push for more in-depth solid bilateral cooperation.
Xi Jinping stressed that China supports South Sudan in steadily advancing its political transition process, opposes external interference in South Sudan’s internal affairs, and supports the South Sudanese people in taking their future and destiny into their own hands. He expressed the wish that South Sudan will realize lasting peace and development at an early date, saying that China will continue to speak up for South Sudan at the United Nations and on other multilateral occasions and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of South Sudan.
Salva Kiir Mayardit expressed his great appreciation for President Xi Jinping’s important address at the opening ceremony of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, particularly the announcement of the ten partnership actions, and expressed willingness to work with China to actively implement them. The deep friendship between South Sudan and China is based on mutual respect, mutual understanding and mutual support. China is a good friend of South Sudan. Thanks to China’s assistance and support, South Sudan’s economy has recovered and people’s livelihood has been improved. South Sudan firmly pursues the one-China policy and hopes to develop continuously the strategic partnership between the two countries. South Sudan will strive to provide a safe and sound environment for Chinese enterprises to operate in the country.
Wang Yi was present at the meeting.
