Hey fam, big news from Victoria! 📣 On Sunday, Gao Yunlong, special envoy of Chinese President Xi Jinping and vice chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, joined the inauguration of Seychelles’ President Patrick Herminie. It’s a major moment showing how two nations can level up their friendship game. 🌴🤝
On Monday, President Herminie welcomed Gao for a meet-up in the capital. He sent Xi warm greetings and praised China’s global initiatives. Gao passed along Xi’s best wishes and highlighted China’s commitment to turning the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit outcomes into real projects—think infrastructure, tech hubs, and sustainable development. 🚀
Here’s the lowdown: under frameworks like the Belt and Road Initiative, both sides aim to kick off joint projects—from new roads and port upgrades to eco-tourism and digital economy collaborations. 🌐💡 These are win-win moves designed to boost trade, create jobs, and support long-term growth for the island nation.
Herminie also reaffirmed Seychelles’ firm support for the one-China principle and its eagerness to deepen practical cooperation with China. This partnership promises more tech exchange, tourism growth, and innovative ventures that could inspire similar collaborations across South and Southeast Asia. 🏝️💼
Young pros, keep your eyes peeled! This China-Seychelles friendship is gearing up to bring fresh opportunities in trade, tech, and sustainable development. 🌏✨
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Xi's special envoy attends inauguration of Seychelles' president
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