Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Discusses Bilateral Relations with China
President Isaias Afwerki met with China’s Special Envoy, Ambassador Xue Bing, to discuss bilateral relations, regional stability, and development programs at the China-Africa Summit. Ambassador Xue affirmed China’s commitment to Eritrea’s development, reflecting aligned perspectives on international issues. Key Eritrean officials attended, highlighting continued diplomatic engagement.
On the morning of his meeting at Adi Halo, President Isaias Afwerki welcomed Ambassador Xue Bing, who serves as China’s Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa. Their discussions centered on enhancing bilateral relations and addressing regional issues that hold significant importance for both Eritrea and its neighboring countries. Additionally, the meeting explored key international developments and the execution of development programs stemming from the recent China-Africa Summit.
Ambassador Xue reaffirmed China’s dedication to fostering peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, emphasizing its role in supporting Eritrea’s development initiatives as aligned with the nation’s priorities. He highlighted that China and Eritrea share congruent perspectives on regional and international matters discussed during the meeting. Collaborative prospects in developmental and security realms among countries in the Horn of Africa were also a focal point of the dialogue. Foreign Affairs Minister Osman Saleh and Chinese Ambassador to Eritrea Li Xiang attended the meeting. Noteworthy is Ambassador Xue’s prior visit to Eritrea in April, underscoring the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
The recent discussions between Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki and China’s Special Envoy, Ambassador Xue Bing, come against a backdrop of increasing Chinese involvement in the Horn of Africa. China’s approach emphasizes nurturing cooperative relationships that promote stability and development in the region. The China-Africa Summit has been particularly significant, serving as a platform for outlining collaborative development programs tailored to the specific needs of African nations, including Eritrea, which seeks to enhance its growth and digital infrastructure through international partnerships.
In conclusion, the meeting between President Isaias Afwerki and Ambassador Xue Bing marks a significant step in reinforcing Sino-Eritrean relations. The discussions not only focused on bilateral cooperation but also addressed broader regional stability and development concerns. With both nations aligned on various issues, it is clear that the future holds promising opportunities for collaboration in both developmental and security sectors in the Horn of Africa.
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