China Pledges Support for Nigeria’s Anti-Terrorism Efforts, Trade Expansion

• China’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has met with Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar, reaffirming strengthened bilateral cooperation, support for Nigeria’s security efforts, and plans to expand trade, investment, and cultural partnerships.

Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, met with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, on Wednesday to discuss ongoing cooperation and ways to further strengthen the longstanding partnership between both countries.

The meeting, held in Abuja, was confirmed in a statement issued by the Chinese Embassy.

Ambassador Dunhai said the China-Nigeria comprehensive strategic partnership has entered a “fast track”, noting that both nations have consistently supported each other on issues relating to their core interests. He highlighted China’s broader commitment to global cooperation under its 15th Five-Year Plan.

He emphasized China’s support for Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and announced readiness to implement zero-tariff treatment for Nigerian exports. He added that preparations are underway for activities marking the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the 2026 China-Africa Year of Cultural Exchanges, which he said will deepen mutual trust and expand cooperation.

According to the statement, Dunhai said these efforts will “consolidate strategic mutual trust and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation.”

Minister Tuggar described China as “Nigeria’s comprehensive strategic partner,” expressing appreciation for China’s support toward Nigeria’s economic and social development. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the one-China policy and stressed interest in expanding collaboration in manufacturing, trade, and investment.

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Nigeria and China established diplomatic ties in 1971. Over the decades, their cooperation has steadily expanded across trade, infrastructure development, cultural exchange, and investment. In 2023, bilateral trade reached $22.6 billion, making Nigeria one of China’s largest partners in Africa.

Chinese companies remain heavily involved in major Nigerian infrastructure projects, including rail lines, port construction, and energy development.