Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his heartfelt condolences to Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba following the passing of Namibia’s founding President Sam Nujoma.
In a statement, Xi conveyed the deep sympathy of both the Chinese government and the Chinese people to Nujoma’s family, the Namibian government, and its people.
Xi described Nujoma as a distinguished statesman and revolutionary who played a pivotal role in leading the Namibian people towards national independence and establishing a development path tailored to the country’s unique conditions.
He highlighted Nujoma’s unwavering friendship with China and his active promotion of China-Namibia relations and broader China-Africa cooperation throughout his life.
Recognizing Nujoma’s passing as a significant loss for Namibia, Xi also noted that China has lost a cherished friend.
Xi reaffirmed the enduring traditional friendship between China and Namibia, expressing confidence that the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two nations will continue to flourish through their joint efforts.
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Xi extends condolences over passing of Namibian founding president
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