On Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Sao Tome and Principe's Prime Minister Patrice Trovoada to Beijing for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and an official visit. 🌟
In a move that's got everyone talking, the two leaders announced the elevation of their countries' relationship to a strategic partnership! 🤝✨
President Xi highlighted that Sao Tome and Principe's return to the China-Africa family aligns perfectly with the shared interests of both peoples. He assured that China is committed to supporting Sao Tome and Principe in boosting national construction and economic development. 🛠️📈
Xi called for strengthening the bonds of friendship, exchanging governance experiences, and building greater strategic mutual trust. He emphasized exploring cooperation in tourism, agriculture, fisheries, and infrastructure to help Sao Tome and Principe reap the benefits of the summit's outcomes. 🏖️🌾🐟🚧
\"China is ready to enhance communication and coordination on international and regional issues to safeguard the common interests of our countries and other developing nations,\" Xi stated.
Prime Minister Trovoada expressed his gratitude for China's invaluable support in Sao Tome and Principe's economic growth. He gave a shoutout to the partnership actions announced by Xi at the FOCAC opening ceremony, saying they'll give a strong boost to his country and the African continent as a whole. 🙌🌍
Trovoada praised the significant concepts and initiatives proposed by Xi, like building a community with a shared future, and reaffirmed Sao Tome and Principe's firm commitment to the one-China principle.
This meeting not only strengthens the friendship between the two nations but also opens doors for exciting collaborations across various sectors. Keep an eye out for what's next! 👀🚀
Reference(s):
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