Big news from Beijing! 🌏 Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka just shook hands on a brand-new chapter of friendship between China and Fiji. 🤝
Did you know Fiji was the first Pacific Island country to establish diplomatic ties with China? 🌴 That's right! And now, both nations are ready to take their partnership to the next level.
Premier Li emphasized how China sees Fiji as a top-notch partner in the South Pacific. 🏝️ He said, \"We're ready to be trustworthy friends and boost exchanges at all levels.\" The goal? To benefit the people of both countries and promote a stable and sound partnership.
So what's on the agenda? 🍍🚜🏗️ Plenty! From infrastructure and agriculture to education, tourism, and even poverty reduction. China is keen to import more of Fiji's high-quality products (pineapples, anyone? 🍍) and support Chinese businesses investing in Fiji.
Plus, as members of the Global South, both countries are teaming up to support the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent. 🌊 They're advocating for a fair world and inclusive globalization that works for everyone.
Prime Minister Rabuka expressed heartfelt thanks to China for its assistance during tough times. ❤️ He called China a \"trustworthy partner\" and affirmed Fiji's support for the Belt and Road Initiative along with other key projects.
\"We're excited to deepen cooperation in economy, trade, infrastructure, tourism, and more,\" Rabuka said. \"Let's open up broad prospects for our partnership!\"
To wrap things up, Li and Rabuka witnessed the signing of several important agreements in trade and infrastructure. 📝 Looks like exciting times ahead for China-Fiji relations! 🌟
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Premier Li calls for pushing China-Fiji cooperation to new level
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