Tinubu To Visit China Over Rail Project, Other MOU Deals
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ABUJA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will pay an official visit to the People’s Republic of China in the first week of September, the presidency confirmed on Tuesday.
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Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale while giving details of the trip said it would culminate in a meeting with the Chinese Prime Minister, Xi Jinping where other bilateral matters will be discussed.
He said the trip is part of the current administration’s commitment to enhance the well-being of Nigerians through international partnerships.
Tinubu and Xi Jinping will also meet on the sidelines of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) scheduled for 4-6 September 2024.
According to the presidency, the meeting aims to strengthen bilateral relations and is expected to culminate in the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) that could pave the way for collaborative projects between Nigeria and China.
Additionally, President Tinubu will engage with ten Chief Executive Officers from leading Chinese companies across key sectors, including oil and gas, aluminium production, agriculture, and satellite technology.
“These discussions are anticipated to foster investment opportunities and technological advancements beneficial to Nigeria’s economy,” Ajuri noted while briefing State House Correspondents.
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He said the meeting will also afford President Tinubu an opportunity to meet with top executives of the Chinese Rail Construction Company (CRCC) to perfect contracts for the construction of rail line from Ibadan to Abuja.
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