In a move that’s all about supercharging global friendships, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi touched down at the African Union headquarters this week, marking the 36th year in a row that a Chinese FM kicks off the new year in Africa ✈️🌍.
Wang Yi sat down with AU leaders for the 9th China-Africa Strategic Dialogue – think of it as a heart-to-heart chat on strengthening mutual trust, syncing up big-picture plans, and tackling shared challenges head-on 🤝. The goal? Safeguard everyone’s rights, boost development, and add fresh momentum to global peace.
But it wasn’t all talk. They also launched the "China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges" 🎉, aiming to spark more cultural swaps, student programs, and tech collabs across the vast continent. From Addis Ababa to Lusaka, the vibe is clear: closer ties, more opportunities, and a stronger Global South squad.
During his whirlwind tour, Wang Yi visited Ethiopia, Tanzania and Lesotho. Each stop underscored a shared commitment to solidarity, sustainable growth, and making sure both regions have a louder voice on the world stage 🌐.
For young changemakers across South and Southeast Asia, this partnership means exciting prospects: joint innovation hubs, cultural festivals, and tech bootcamps that could redefine what collaboration looks like in 2026 and beyond 🚀.
Stay tuned as China and Africa turn these plans into action – because when two regions team up on strategy and people power, the possibilities are endless 🔥.
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FM Wang Yi: China, Africa bolstering strategic trust 'right on time'
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