China and Nauru Presidents Hold Talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nauruan President David Adeang held talks in Beijing on Monday.

Mr Xi noted that Nauru’s political decision to adhere to the one- China principle and restore diplomatic ties with China in January is a move that conforms to the trend of history and the times.

Friendship, no matter its beginning, will have a bright future, and cooperation, regardless of scale, will be productive as long as it is sincere, Mr Xi said.

China-Nauru relations

Mr Xi said China-Nauru relations have opened a new chapter in history, and China is ready to work with Nauru to create a better future for relations between the two countries and bring more benefits to the two peoples.

He said China welcomes Nauru as another country to sign the Belt and Road cooperation document with China, adding that China is ready to expand practical cooperation with Nauru in trade, investment and infrastructure construction, and provide assistance to Nauru for its independent and sustainable development without political strings attached.

China’s President Xi Jinping (right) holds a welcome ceremony for Nauru President David Adeang in the Northern Hall of the Great Hall of the People prior to their talks in Beijing, capital of China, on March 25, 2024. Photo: Xinhua

China stands ready

China stands ready to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with Nauru at all levels and in all fields, enhance mutual understanding and trust, and consolidate the political foundation of bilateral relations, he said.

Calling on the two sides to strengthen exchanges in education, culture, health, youth and other fields, Mr Xi said China welcomes more young Nauruan people to study in China, and is willing to provide Nauru with assistance to address climate change within the framework of South- South cooperation.

China is willing to strengthen communication and coordination with Nauru in multilateral fields such as the United Nations and the Pacific Islands Forum, jointly advocate an equal and orderly multipolar world and inclusive economic globalization that benefits all, and safeguard the common interests of developing countries, the Chinese president said.

Source- Xinhua