China and the Republic of the Congo agree to set an example for building an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in Brazzaville on January 7, 2025, local time. Photo: mfa.gov.cn

China and the Republic of the Congo have committed to establishing a model for an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future in the new era, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in Brazzaville on Tuesday during a visit to Brazzaville, according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks after meeting with the President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso.

Stressing that China and the Republic of the Congo have reached a broad consensus on strengthening their comprehensive strategic partnership and deepening China-Africa cooperation, Wang said that both sides agreed to continue solidifying their strong and unwavering friendship and to stand firmly together on issues concerning each other's core interests such as sovereignty, security and development.

Wang noted that both sides also agreed to lead the way in fostering China-Africa friendship. Following the important consensus reached by the state leaders, the two countries will expedite the development of a high-level China-Congo community with a shared future, setting an example for the all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era, according to Wang.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Co-chairing the forum, both sides will prioritize the “10 partnership action plans” and collaborate to implement the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, as well as jointly plan the "timetable" and "roadmap" for the forum's development over the next three years, said Wang.

Both sides agree to continue upholding international fairness and justice. China appreciates the unique role played by the Republic of the Congo in international affairs. China is ready to closely cooperate with the Republic of the Congo to support Africa in achieving peace and stability. They support Africa in addressing "climate injustice," advocate for a balanced and equitable multipolar world, and promote inclusive economic globalization, working together to build a community with a shared future for mankind.

Global Times