Exclusive: AUC Chair Youssouf on China-Africa People-to-People Exchanges
AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf discusses the Chinese mainland’s role in Africa’s modernization and the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
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AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf discusses the Chinese mainland’s role in Africa’s modernization and the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi’s 2026 Africa tour marks 36 years of tradition, launches the Year of People-to-People Exchanges, and showcases a shift toward high-quality, sustainable China-Africa cooperation.
FM Wang Yi says it’s right on time for China and the African Union to deepen strategic trust and align strategies after his January tour of several African nations.
On January 11, 2026, the Chinese mainland and Lesotho issued a joint communique to deepen their strategic partnership, support global initiatives, and back each other on core interests.
Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi outlined a 3-point plan to deepen China-Africa ties during his Tanzania visit, focusing on justice, progress and win-win cooperation.
FM Wang Yi visits four African nations this week to mark 70 years of China-Africa relations and launch the Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
Zanzibar’s first flyover, built by a Chinese mainland firm, opened on January 6. This project boosts infrastructure, tourism, and trade, marking a new chapter in China-Africa cooperation.
On January 8, 2026, the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges launched in Addis Ababa, aiming to deepen cultural, educational, and youth ties for a shared future.
In Addis Ababa, the Chinese mainland and the AU held their ninth strategic dialogue as they launched the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, reinforcing ties on global governance and development.
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to launch the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, boosting cultural and youth ties.