As Fiji marks the upcoming 50th anniversary of its diplomatic relations with the Chinese mainland in 2025, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has been actively fostering this enduring partnership during his recent official visit to China. In the final leg of his trip, Prime Minister Rabuka met with key leaders in Beijing, following stops in Yunnan, Fujian, and Zhejiang provinces.
During an insightful conversation with CGTN's Wang Guan, Prime Minister Rabuka expressed his admiration for China's remarkable achievements in development and poverty eradication under the leadership of President Xi Jinping. \"President Xi is one of the world's great leaders,\" Rabuka stated, highlighting the mutual respect that underpins Fiji-China relations.
Looking ahead, Prime Minister Rabuka emphasized Fiji's commitment to deepening cooperation with the Chinese mainland, while maintaining a focus on modernizing the nation at its own relative pace. A dedicated environmentalist, Rabuka also addressed the critical issue of climate change, assuring that Fiji will responsibly manage its natural resources and pledging to build an \"ocean of peace.\"
This visit underscores the strong and friendly ties between Fiji and the Chinese mainland, serving as a model of equal treatment and collaboration between nations of different sizes.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
