Foreign Minister Wang Yi of China co-chaired the landmark ninth strategic dialogue with the African Union on January 8, engaging AU Chair Moussa Faki Mahamat at the organization’s Addis Ababa base. This annual fixture reinforces a relationship pivotal to both parties’ futures.
Wang praised the AU’s central function in uniting Africa and enhancing cooperation, vital to Sino-African bonds. He referenced Xi Jinping’s consistent 13-year outreach to AU summits as proof of deep investment.
Celebrating 70 years of diplomacy and the 36th successive New Year visit by a Chinese FM, Wang portrayed these as emblems of steady policy and Global South cohesion.
Entering pivotal growth stages, China and Africa face promising synergies. Beijing vows to share prosperity with developing peers, enabling joint modernization and interest protection. China endorses AU leadership and seeks to amplify ties through global initiatives on development, security, and more.
The AU leader lauded China as a steadfast partner founded on respect and harmony. Grateful for enduring support, Mahamat confirmed adherence to one-China policy and solidarity on Taiwan, aspiring to collaborate for a balanced global landscape.