In a meeting in Shanghai ahead of the China International Import Expo (CIIE), Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Nigerian House Speaker Abbas Tajudeen underscored the rapid rise of China-Nigeria ties.
Li emphasized that thanks to joint efforts, relations have entered a fast track of development. He highlighted the strong foundations built on deep traditional ties and noted that both developing countries boast large populations and significant growth potential.
Key takeaways:
- Economic Complementarity: Their systems align to combine resources for development.
- Zero-Tariff Treatment: China will promote early implementation in Nigeria to boost trade.
- Ten Partnership Actions: Steps under the China-Africa framework to enhance cooperation quality.
- Emerging Industries Collaboration: Clean energy, electric vehicles, artificial intelligence, biotechnology.
Premier Li invited Nigeria to deepen collaboration on trade, investment, agriculture, mining, infrastructure, and livelihoods, aiming for shared development under the Belt and Road Initiative. He noted that by working together, both nations can unlock new growth opportunities.
With the CIIE kicking off November 5, this high-level dialogue sets the stage for agreements that could reshape Africa-Asia partnerships and empower next-generation entrepreneurs and innovators on both continents.
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China-Nigeria relations have entered the fast track of development
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