ABUJA: Nigeria and China on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a courtesy visit by the Chinese Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires, Mr Zhou Hongyou, to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The ministry’s spokesman, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, said both sides reiterated their shared commitment to deepening diplomatic engagement, enhancing institutional cooperation and expanding people-to-people exchanges for mutual benefit.
He said discussions underscored the depth of Nigeria–China relations and the need to advance cooperation in trade, infrastructure development and strategic partnership.
According to Ebienfa, Zhou described Nigeria as one of China’s most significant partners in Africa, with visible Chinese-supported projects across various sectors of the Nigerian economy.
The meeting also focused on promoting reciprocal visits, study tours and exposure programmes, including short-term and specialised training in governance, administration, strategic communication and public diplomacy.
Ebienfa said reference was made to training initiatives coordinated by Chinese academic institutions, particularly Peking University, aimed at experience-sharing among developing countries.
He added that the Chinese Embassy plans to commemorate the Chinese New Year and the anniversary of diplomatic relations between both countries, with a joint media engagement scheduled for February 10.
