
Nigeria and China on Wednesday celebrated the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between both countries, with officials from the two nations reaffirming their commitment to deepening cultural, economic and technological cooperation.
Speaking at the opening of the “Fan, Charm and Ink Fragrance: Cultural Resonance of Traditional Calligraphy and Tang Dynasty Virtual Reality” exhibition at the China Cultural Centre in Abuja, the Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria and Director of the China Cultural Centre, Yang Jianxing, described the relationship between the two countries as enduring and mutually beneficial.
According to him, the anniversary coincides with the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, making 2026 a significant year in bilateral relations.
“This year is of special significance, marking both the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Nigeria and the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
“For 55 years, the friendship between China and Nigeria has been
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