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| Dr. Zhou Pingjia |
The world second largest economy, China, has reiterated its commitment to ensure Nigeria meets its economic growth ambitions.
Addressing a group of young diplomats from the Benson Idahosa University (BIU) at the Chinese Embassy in Abuja on Nonday, the Ambassador of China to Nigeria, Dr. Zhou Pingjian, said China thinks of its relationship with Nigeria “in a very strategic way.”
According to him, “If we want to grow with Africa, how can we not involve Nigeria? In your economic journey, you will need international partners and we can assure you that China is one of your most reliable partners in achieving your dreams.”
In 2017, trade volume between the two countries reached $8.94billion, but Pingjian said China is also very much interested in tangible investments.
“Trade is important, but investing in industrialisation is more important – that’s how you create jobs,” he stated.
Estimating how much China has invested in Nigeria, in terms of infrastructure, is subjective, but has been significant enough to spark some positive ripples in Abuja.
President Muhammadu Buhari said in January: “Since independence, no country has helped our country in infrastructure development like the Chinese.
Estimating how much China has invested in Nigeria, in terms of infrastructure, is subjective, but has been significant enough to spark some positive ripples in Abuja.
President Muhammadu Buhari said in January: “Since independence, no country has helped our country in infrastructure development like the Chinese.
By Solomon Elusoji.
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