Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Mozambican Minister of Foreign Affairs Maria Manuela dos Santos Lucas exchanged warm congratulations Wednesday to commemorate five decades of diplomatic relations, highlighting a partnership rooted in mutual respect and shared development goals.
A Legacy of Trust and Collaboration
Wang, emphasizing the countries' "traditional friendship," noted that China and Mozambique have consistently supported each other on core interests since establishing ties in 1974. He praised bilateral cooperation in agriculture, infrastructure, and energy sectors, which has delivered "fruitful results" for both nations.
New Horizons for Strategic Partnership
Lucas reaffirmed Mozambique's unwavering commitment to the one-China principle and described China as a "brother and friend." She expressed eagerness to learn from China's sustainable development practices while advocating for expanded collaboration in technology, climate resilience, and peacekeeping efforts.
Both ministers pledged to implement agreements reached by their heads of state, with Wang stating: "We stand ready to advance our comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership to new heights."
Global Implications
The anniversary comes as the two countries strengthen coordination on multilateral platforms, jointly advocating for what Lucas called "a fairer international order." Analysts suggest this partnership could serve as a model for South-South cooperation amid shifting global dynamics.
