China reaffirms Nigeria partnership on CPC 105th anniversary

China has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its longstanding partnership with Nigeria, as the Communist Party of China marked its 105th anniversary on July 1. In statements released in Abuja, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria Yu Dunhai outlined the CPC's role in China's development and pledged deeper bilateral cooperation.

Ambassador Yu described the CPC as the fundamental force behind China's transformation into the world's second-largest economy. He credited the party's leadership with achieving rapid economic growth, long-term social stability, and the eradication of absolute poverty for hundreds of millions of people. The ambassador stated that China's development model, built on principles of independence, a people-centered philosophy, self-reform, and theoretical innovation, offers a distinct path for other developing nations.

The anniversary highlighted the 55-year diplomatic relationship between China and Nigeria, which began in 1971. Ambassador Yu characterized the nations as good friends and trusted partners who have consistently supported each other's core interests. He emphasized that China remains unwavering in its commitment to a long-term friendship with...