In a recent statement, the Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed China’s willingness to collaborate with African nations to uphold and promote the spirit of friendly cooperation between China and Africa. China aims to forge a closer high-level China-Africa community with a shared future, according to Mao Ning, a spokesperson for the ministry, during a regular press briefing.
Mao highlighted the recent visits of leaders and foreign ministers from countries such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Sierra Leone to China. Additionally, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang’s attendance at the Africa Day reception in Beijing demonstrates the continuous growth of China-Africa relations. These relations have now entered a new phase, focusing on establishing a high-level China-Africa community with a shared future.
Bilateral exchanges and cooperation between China and African countries are gaining momentum, displaying remarkable vitality and vigor, Mao stated. As the largest developing country with the highest number of developing nations, China and Africa recognize the importance of strengthening solidarity and cooperation now more than ever.
China pledges to practice genuine multilateralism in collaboration with African countries, firmly safeguarding each other’s legitimate and reasonable rights and interests. Additionally, both parties are committed to actively advancing modernization efforts with their unique characteristics. Furthermore, China aims to collaborate with African nations to drive the reform of the global governance system and strive for common security. This partnership aims to set an exemplary model for fostering a community with a shared future for all of humanity.
The accompanying image captures Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang addressing the reception held in Beijing to celebrate Africa Day, emphasizing China’s commitment to fostering stronger ties with African nations.