Tinubu's attends high level-meetings with Chinese leaders (Photo/OlukayodeJaiyeola/ Gettyimages)
Abuja, EPICSTORIAN – President Bola Tinubu embarked on a strategic China Visit on Thursday, a trip believe to be aimed at strengthening existing diplomatic and economic relations between Nigeria and the Asian powerhouse.
the President’s departure, for the China-Africa Cooperation Forum, was marked by a ceremonial send-off at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja — where he was seen off by Vice President Kashim Shettima, top government officials, including several ministers.
The president to meet with Chinese business leaders during the China Visit:
Tinubu, according to the State House press release on Thursday, shall during his visit to China meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang.
It said the president shall also be in high-level meetings with Chinese business leaders, the subject of which is expected to focus on enhancing bilateral trade, investment in infrastructural development, and collaboration in technology and education.
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“President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for Beijing, China, on Thursday, August 29, on an official visit to China,” the State House reported.
“President Tinubu will have a brief layover in the United Arab Emirates.
“In China, the President will meet with President Xi Jinping and will hold meetings with Chinese business leaders on the sidelines of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
“President Tinubu will be accompanied by senior government officials on the trip.”
Additionally, the visit aims to explore new opportunities for Chinese investments in Nigeria’s key sectors, such as energy, transportation, and manufacturing.
Equally, some independent observers suggest that strengthening existing ties with China could largely benefit Nigeria, given China’s significant role in African trade and investment.
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