Leaders from the subregion have praised the resilient partnership between Africa and China, citing mutual respect for sovereignty and non-interference as key factors in the face of economy and geographical challenges.

Speaking on Thursday at the ongoing Forum on China-Africa Co-operation, FOCAC meeting in Beijing, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye said the summit is an important moment to review China-Africa partnership, consolidate achievements, and outline new perspectives for mutually beneficial cooperation.

According to President Faye, the Forum represents an innovative framework for South-South cooperation and a platform for fruitful exchange and dynamic partnership, and China and Africa will establish a stronger and higher-level partnership in the future.

For his part, Nigeria’s president Bola Tinubu, said the flourishing economic partnership trade between Africa and China has grown exponentially, noting that Beijing’s commitment is not only through financial and developmental support, but also through cultural exchanges.

The FOCAC meeting provides a platform for leaders from Africa and China to reflect on their progress and chart a course for greater achievements.