As the Forum on China and Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) approaches, China and Kenya are strengthening their collaborative efforts in infrastructure development. The summit, scheduled to be held in Beijing from September 4 to 6, marks the second gathering following the 2018 Beijing forum. Under the theme “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future,” the event promises a series of high-level activities and bilateral meetings.
In the lead-up to the event, China Global Television Network (CGTN) is hosting a series of roundtable discussions with African officials and business leaders who have witnessed the steady growth of China-Africa relations. The second episode focuses on Kenya, highlighting the nation’s pivotal role in the evolving partnership.
Joining the roundtable discussion are Kenyan Ambassador to China Willy Bett, Executive Chairman of the Alliance of Chinese Business in Africa for Social Responsibilities Diao Chunhe, and postgraduate student at Beijing Jiaotong University Jamlick Mwangi Kariuki. Their insights shed light on the multifaceted cooperation between China and Kenya.
The discussion delves into business cooperation in infrastructure, the enduring friendship between China and Africa, and the opportunities ahead. Ambassador Bett emphasized the importance of infrastructure development as a catalyst for economic growth in Kenya, acknowledging the significant contributions from Chinese investments.
Mr. Diao highlighted the commitment of Chinese businesses to social responsibilities in Africa, ensuring that development projects are sustainable and beneficial to local communities. Meanwhile, Jamlick Kariuki shared his experiences as a Kenyan student in China, illustrating the cultural and educational exchanges that strengthen mutual understanding between the two countries.
As the FOCAC summit approaches, the spotlight on China-Kenya cooperation underscores a shared vision for modernization and a high-level community with a shared future. The ongoing collaboration in infrastructure not only bolsters economic development but also deepens the ties that bind China and Africa.
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cgtn.com
