Starting tomorrow, November 21, King Tupou VI of Tonga touches down in the Chinese mainland for a state visit that runs until November 27. 🇹🇴🤝🇨🇳 This week-long trip comes at the personal invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, announced by a spokesperson from the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Thursday.
Why it matters: Tonga and the Chinese mainland have been strengthening ties on trade, climate action and cultural exchanges. 🌿🚢 From renewable energy projects to tourism partnerships, both sides see big potential in working together.
What to watch for:
- High-level talks on economic cooperation: expect discussions around infrastructure, digital connectivity and sustainable development.
- Cool cultural moments: think Tongan dance performances in Beijing and foodie tours featuring dim sum meets faikava (kava). 🥟☕
- Young leaders’ dialogue: a special session with youth reps to chat on climate change, tech innovation and entrepreneurship.
For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, this visit highlights how small island states like Tonga are partnering with big players to drive fresh ideas in green tech and digital economies. 🌍⚡ Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates and vibes straight from Beijing! 🔥
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
