Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing on September 5. The speech focused on strengthening China-Africa ties and fostering deeper cooperation across various sectors.
The reception of Xi's speech in Nigeria was notably positive. CGTN Stringer spoke with Nigerian residents to get their perspectives on the speech and the broader China-Africa friendship. Duke Alamboye, president of the local Youth Organization, expressed his encouragement by Xi's remarks, stating that he is confident in the prospects of stronger cooperation between China and Nigeria.
Alamboye emphasized the importance of Nigeria and China working hand in hand, expressing hope for deeper exchanges in fields such as trade, technology, education, and cultural exchange. His sentiments reflect a growing enthusiasm among Nigerian youth for the opportunities presented by the China-Africa partnership.
As China continues to expand its presence in Africa through initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative, the positive response from Nigerian youth underscores the potential for mutually beneficial growth and development. The 2024 Summit serves as a platform to reinforce commitments and explore new avenues for collaboration between China and African nations.
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Face to Face: Chinese President Xi's speech received warmly in Nigeria
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