In furtherance of the China-Nigeria relations, the Hunan Province and the Federal Capital Territory Administration have resolved to strengthen cooperation in urban development, cultural education, tourism, and environment, amongst other areas of interest.
FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, who received the Hunan Province delegation on behalf of the FCT Administration, stressed the importance of strategic partnership between the two cities.
Mahmoud emphasised that partnership in these critical sectors will allow Hunan Province and the FCT Administration to combine their resources, knowledge, and expertise.
“This can lead to greater innovation, more effective problem-solving, and enhanced capabilities that will be difficult to achieve alone.
“In other words, partnerships foster mutual benefit, strengthen individual and collective efforts, and promote growth and resilience,” the minister said.
While appreciating the delegation for the warm reception extended to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and his delegation during his recent visit to China, she expressed confidence that there will be a better outcome from the cooperation between China and Nigeria.
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Mahmoud further said: “I also want to appreciate the dedication from China as a follow up visit. You have followed us since FCT delegation left China and it is left to us to look at more possible areas of collaboration.
“As you have noted the changes in the infrastructural development of the FCT, people that were here before this administration, they know how FCT was and how FCT is looking now. So, there are several areas we can collaborate.”
Earlier, vice chairman of the Hunan Provincial Political Consultative Conference and leader of the delegation, Lai Mingyong, noted that Abuja as the capital and political-cultural centre of Nigeria is an international city filled with modern atmosphere.
“This young city is renowned for its unique urban planning, beautiful architectural style, and well-developed infrastructure. It has grown into a modern metropolis with great achievements in terms of infrastructure,” he said.
Mingyong, used the occasion to invite the FCT Administration to the China-Africa Economy and Trade Expo, initiated by President Xi Jinping, hoping that new chapters in the relations between the two nations will be developed during the expo.
