On January 7, 2025, China and the Republic of Congo reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering cooperation and strengthening China-Africa relations during talks between Foreign Minister Wang Yi and President Denis Sassou Nguesso. They highlighted the relevance of China’s support through initiatives addressing Africa’s key developmental challenges and emphasized Congo’s role in advancing these goals.
On January 7, 2025, during discussions held in Brazzaville, China and the Republic of Congo committed to intensifying their cooperation and enhancing China-Africa relations. This agreement was reached between Denis Sassou Nguesso, the President of the Republic of Congo, and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a senior member of the Chinese Communist Party’s Central Committee.
During the meeting, President Sassou expressed his gratitude to Foreign Minister Wang for his visit and requested that he extend New Year wishes to Chinese President Xi Jinping. He emphasized the importance of President Xi’s 2013 state visit to Congo, marking it as a pivotal moment in diplomatic relations. Sassou articulated his vision for Africa’s growing role in global affairs and encouraged increased international support for the continent.
President Sassou praised the ten partnership action plans unveiled by President Xi during the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). He recognized these initiatives as highly relevant to Africa’s developmental challenges, including infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and industrialization, which are crucial for Congo’s progress. As a FOCAC co-chair, Sassou committed to advancing these objectives to foster greater success in China-Africa collaborations.
In response, Foreign Minister Wang expressed President Xi’s greetings and reiterated China’s unwavering commitment to Africa. He acknowledged Congo as an essential partner, highlighting its significant development under Sassou’s leadership. Wang noted that the tradition of Chinese Foreign Ministers beginning the year with visits to Africa underscores China’s consistent solidarity with the continent.
Wang further assured Congo of China’s readiness to support its development initiatives, emphasizing a collaborative approach to implement the Beijing Summit’s outcomes. He highlighted the importance of shared modernization goals, enhancing Africa’s development, and amplifying Congo’s influence on the global stage.
The meeting between China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Republic of Congo’s President Denis Sassou Nguesso signifies a renewed commitment to deepening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation between China and Africa. The discussion emphasized the historical importance of previous engagements and the practical significance of initiatives like the ten partnership action plans, which aim to address critical development needs across the continent. This collaboration marks a significant step towards fostering economic growth and international cooperation in Africa.
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