Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar on Thursday reinstated the country’s determination to keep to the terms of the Memorandum of Understandings reached with China in September 2024.
Tuggar said the MoUs are currently at various stages of implementation.
The Minister also expressed continued support for China, including the One China Principle.
He stated this during a meeting with the visiting Chinese Foreign Affairs Minister, Wang Yi in Abuja.
Tuggar said both countries shared a rich history and mutual respect for each other.
Tuggar said: “You have mutual respect and a shared commitment to advancing peace, stability, and prosperity. More so, our cooperation has yielded fruitful results.
“More so, our cooperation has yielded fruitful results in various fields including trade, investment, infrastructure development, and cultural exchange. As we explore new avenues for collaboration, I wish to acknowledge China’s remarkable progress in economic development, technological innovation, and global leadership.
“Nigeria, too, is undergoing significant transformations driven by our vision to become a more prosperous, peaceful, and egalitarian nation.
“Consequently, during our discussions, I look forward to exploring avenues to deepen our bilateral engagement, particularly in areas such as trade facilitation, capacity building, and people-to-people exchanges.
“I am confident that our deliberations will yield meaningful outcomes in fostering a brighter future for our nations and our peoples.
“ Your Excellency would always be certain of Nigeria’s commitment to supporting the One China Principle and assured of our continued support for China at the international stage.
“The almost intuitive nature of Nigeria’s diplomatic relationship and continuous collaboration with China has been devoid of disputes, bringing about substantial benefits to both countries.
“In addition, Nigeria recognises and appreciates the high-level visits between the officials of the two countries that have helped in shaping and strengthening this existing relationship between both countries. “
