Chinese President Xi Jinping has designated Hao Mingjin, Vice-Chairperson of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, as his special envoy to attend the inauguration of Ghana’s President-elect, John Mahama.
The ceremony is scheduled for January 7 in Accra, Ghana’s capital city.
The invitation from the Ghanaian government underscores the robust diplomatic relationship between China and Ghana. According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, this visit symbolizes China’s broader commitment to fostering strong partnerships across Africa.
The announcement was made during the ministry’s regular press briefing in Beijing.
Guo highlighted that the event aligns with China’s tradition of prioritizing Africa in its foreign policy. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s recent tour of Namibia, the Republic of Congo, Nigeria, and Chad marked the 35th consecutive year a Chinese foreign minister commenced overseas visits with trips to African nations.
Under President Xi’s leadership, initiatives like the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) have deepened ties, ushering in what Guo described as an “all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era.”
This relationship emphasizes mutual development and collaboration, portraying Africa as a “land of hope and source of dynamism.”
The participation of a high-ranking Chinese official at Ghana’s presidential inauguration reflects the importance China places on its partnership with African nations, signaling continued support and cooperation in various spheres, including economic development and diplomatic engagement.
