China, Africa advance on path to modernization

President Xi praises FOCAC as vital platform that has transformed lives, says China, Africa can accomplish great new feats

By XU WEI | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-09-05 07:26
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President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, host a banquet at the Great Hall of the People on Wednesday to welcome international guests who are in Beijing for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. [Photo by WANG ZHUANGFEI/CHINA DAILY]

President Xi Jinping hosted African leaders at a banquet in Beijing on Wednesday, reaffirming his belief that the people of China and Africa, united by shared goals, can accomplish new and even greater feats in their paths toward modernization.

Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, welcomed foreign leaders attending the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and their spouses at the Great Hall of the People.

In a toast to the dignitaries, the Chinese president emphasized the enduring bond between China and Africa — a relationship that he characterized as "rooted in traditional friendship" and bolstered by mutual struggles against imperialism, colonialism and hegemonism.

Recalling his 10 visits to Africa and numerous meetings with African leaders, Xi spoke of a deep connection with the continent. "All our meetings have been cordial and heartwarming. They have reinforced my belief that the China-Africa community with a shared future is built on a strong foundation, has been blessed with a good start, and enjoys broad prospects."

The China-Africa community with a shared future thrives on the strength of win-win cooperation, he added.

Xi praised FOCAC, now in its 24th year, as a vital platform that has transformed the lives of millions through projects across the continent.

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