By Busayo Onijala Ms Yan Yuqing, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, says the outcomes of China’s recently concluded “Two Sessions” signal expanded high-standard opening-up for Nigeria. She said this would create greater trade, investment and cooperation opportunities for Nigeria and Africa. Yuqing made this knownContinue Reading
Investors around the world have once again flocked to the China International Import Expo (CIIE), experiencing the opportunities created by China’s vast and open market at the ongoing eighth edition of the event. Amid the buzz of this CIIE, Joy Wing Mau Chile Spa has drawn the attention of visitorsContinue Reading
The 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), the world’s first national-level exposition dedicated to imports, opened in Shanghai on Wednesday, showcasing China’s firm commitment to global cooperation, which injects much-needed certainty and stability into the global economy. When delivering a keynote speech at the opening ceremony, Chinese Premier Li QiangContinue Reading
By Busayo Onijala China’s relationship with Africa is entering a new phase driven by sustainability, innovation, mutual respect, and long-term strategic cooperation, says the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA). NIIA Director-General, Prof. Eghosa Osaghae, said the partnership was shifting from basic infrastructure financing to a broader model centred onContinue Reading
Gyeongju, a historic city in South Korea, is about to welcome leaders from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), the region’s highest-level, most extensive and most influential economic cooperation mechanism. At the invitation of President Lee Jae-myung of the Republic of Korea (ROK), Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 32ndContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) At first glance, they look like ordinary housekeeping notes; cut down on meetings, avoid luxury banquets, keep speeches short. When the Communist Party of China (CPC) introduced its Eight Rules principle in 2012, few imagined they would spark a governance culture shiftContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher Africa and China have reaffirmed commitment to accelerating the implementation of the China-Africa Cooperation 2035 Vision. The initiative is aimed at building a community with a shared future anchored on peace, sustainable growth and people-centered development. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the commitment wasContinue Reading
As world leaders and senior officials gather in Beijing for the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women from Monday to Tuesday, Irina Bokova, former UNESCO director-general, called for renewed commitment to gender equality and voiced hope that China would continue to play a leadership role in this global endeavour. “As theContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye The Chartered Institute of Educational Practitioners, United Kingdom (CIEPUK), says it will launch a Global Southern Studies/Research Centre (GSSRC) at Paul University, Awka, in partnership with Soochow University, China. The unveiling of the centre is scheduled for Oct. 17 at the Nwawka Auditorium, Paul University. According toContinue Reading
By Ambassador Yu Dunhai The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly recently concluded successfully. This was a session of special significance, as it marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the global anti-fascist war and the establishment of the United Nations. Over the past 80 years, theContinue Reading
