China Pledges increased economic tie with Nigeria
Chinese President XI Jinping has pledged increased economic cooperation with Nigeria, saying the country is important to Africa and the world.
Speaking through his Special Envoy, Peng Qinghua, Vice Chairperson, Standing Committee of National People’s Congress, People’s Republic of China met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja on Wednesday.
He said the two countries at present had good bilateral relations and economic cooperation, noting that Chinese companies were doing well in Nigeria in railways, roads, hydropower and free trade zones.
Also, he commended President Tinubu’s plan to lead Nigeria to a new era of economic development and prosperity, the Chinese envoy, also noting that said there were areas where Nigeria could benefit from China.
He called on the two countries to share ideas and align strategies, urging President Tinubu to also create more conducive environment for investment.
In response, President Tinubu said Nigeria is open for business and constructive partnerships, and would do business with any country ready to do business with the country.
He further promised that his administration would work to promote ease of doing business.
