Hey amigos! Exciting news from Africa and Asia! 🌍🤝 China and Burundi just signed a super cool agreement to build a brand-new, 11-story building for the Burundian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation. How awesome is that? 🏗️🎉
The signing went down with Burundi's Foreign Affairs Minister, Albert Shingiro, and China's Ambassador to Burundi, Zhao Jiangping. Shingiro couldn't hide his excitement: \"We're thrilled to get this amazing gift from the Chinese government! The new building will even have an underground garage. Parking goals! 🚗💨\"
This shiny new tower will rise in Gitega, the political heart of Burundi. And guess what? China is decking it out with all the latest gadgets and facilities. Construction is set to wrap up by 2028. No more scattered offices—all the ministry's services will finally be under one roof! 🏢❤️
Shingiro highlighted the strong vibes between Burundi and China, saying, \"This deal shows just how tight our countries are. China's been by our side since way back in 1963!\" 🇨🇳🇧🇮
Ambassador Zhao gave us the deets: The project idea started in 2020, and Gitega was picked as the spot last year. Feasibility studies just wrapped up during the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing earlier this month. Talk about fast tracking! 🚀
Now that the ink is dry, both teams are gearing up to get this project rolling ASAP. \"We believe this building will boost the ministry staff's work environment, helping them shape the country's future,\" Zhao said. She also mentioned China's commitment to sharing experiences and teaming up in areas like infrastructure, culture, economy, and trade. 🎯🌐
Looking ahead, Zhao emphasized that the Chinese Embassy will keep working closely with Burundi to bring the plans made by both presidents to life, along with the outcomes of the FOCAC. Sounds like a friendship for the ages! ✨🤗
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China, Burundi sign agreement for government building construction
cgtn.com
