The year 2024 saw a further deepening of China-Africa relations, with a number of milestones. The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) held in Beijing elevated China-Africa relations to new heights, unveiling ambitious plans to modernise and strengthen their longstanding partnership. Economic cooperation continued to thrive in 2024. Although full-year data is… Continue reading A Snapshot of Key Events in China-Africa Cooperation in 2024
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Wang Yi’s Upcoming Africa Visit Aimed at Pushing In-Depth Development of China-Africa Ties
From January 5 to 11, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit the four African countries of Namibia, the Republic of the Congo, Chad and Nigeria. The visit by Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, is aimed at deepening practical cooperation in various fields, and… Continue reading Wang Yi’s Upcoming Africa Visit Aimed at Pushing In-Depth Development of China-Africa Ties
Xinhua’s Top 10 World News Events in 2024
The following are the top 10 world news events in the year of 2024 selected by Xinhua: China’s head-of-state diplomacy opens new chapter In 2024, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended three major diplomatic events at home: the Conference Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, and… Continue reading Xinhua’s Top 10 World News Events in 2024
China-Africa Cooperation in EV Production is One of the Best Ways of Cutting Carbon Emissions
The 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change recently concluded in Baku, Azerbaijan, witnessing two weeks of intense debates among delegates from world countries on how best to save the planet. The conference discussed topics such as climate finance, adaptation measures, and the strategies to support… Continue reading China-Africa Cooperation in EV Production is One of the Best Ways of Cutting Carbon Emissions
China’s Zero-Tariff Policy: Unlocking New Opportunities for Africa-China Trade Growth
On December 1, 2024, China implemented a new policy granting zero-tariff treatment to 100% of tariff lines on products originating from the world’s least developed countries (LDCs) that have diplomatic relations with China. Among the beneficiaries of this initiative are 33 African nations, marking a significant milestone in Africa-China economic relations. This transformative policy aligns… Continue reading China’s Zero-Tariff Policy: Unlocking New Opportunities for Africa-China Trade Growth
High-level Forum Presents Visions to Boost China-Africa and South-South Cooperation for Mutual Benefit
The economic clout of developing countries is rising amid tectonic shifts in global affairs. This trend has led to discussions on the sustainable development of the Global South and calls for greater participation by developing countries in global governance. Following the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) held in September, which set… Continue reading High-level Forum Presents Visions to Boost China-Africa and South-South Cooperation for Mutual Benefit
The CIIE Offers a Valuable Channel for High-Quality African Products to Reach Chinese Consumers
Madagascar’s lamb, Ethiopia’s coffee, South Sudan’s shea butter … the exhibits at the Food and Agricultural Products zone of the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) attracted a lot of attention. Held annually in Shanghai, the CIIE is regarded as an important platform for Africa to enter the vast Chinese market. African participation at this… Continue reading The CIIE Offers a Valuable Channel for High-Quality African Products to Reach Chinese Consumers
China Heralds a New Era of Aquatic Abundance in Yaoundé
Access to drinking water has significantly improved for the residents of Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon, and the surrounding areas, thanks to the inauguration of the Drinking Water Supply Project for Yaoundé and Its Surroundings from the Sanaga River (PAEPYS) on 20 August. The project draws water from the Sanaga River and treats it at… Continue reading China Heralds a New Era of Aquatic Abundance in Yaoundé
The Dar Es Salaam Consensus Advocates The Deepening Of South-South Cooperation
As prominent members of the Global South, China and African nations have a historic responsibility to uphold peace and promote common development against a backdrop of intertwined challenges and opportunities. Over 100 scholars hailing from China and about 50 African nations reviewed decades of China-Africa cooperation, discussed future paths for global development, and adopted the… Continue reading The Dar Es Salaam Consensus Advocates The Deepening Of South-South Cooperation
Ugandans Hail Chinese Oil Giant CNOOC For Its Support In Benefitting Local Education Sector
Leaders, students and parents in Uganda have hailed China National Offshore Oil Corp. (CNOOC) Uganda Ltd. for its supporting role in the country’s education sector, including building schools, paying school fees and sponsoring activities to keep students in school. The oil giant recognised 218 top-performing students from oil-rich districts of Hoima and Kikuube on 12… Continue reading Ugandans Hail Chinese Oil Giant CNOOC For Its Support In Benefitting Local Education Sector