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China 77th anniversary and Maldives strategic expansion

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China 77th anniversary ~~diplomatic commemorations~~ and Maldives strategic expansion

To commemorate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Chinese embassies and officials engaged in various diplomatic activities across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. In Africa, celebrations in Mali, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Togo, Rwanda, and Uganda emphasized long-standing strategic partnerships. In Uganda, Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth highlighted cooperation in infrastructure and healthcare, specifically citing the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway and the Karuma hydropower dam, while welcoming the incoming 26th Chinese Medical Team. In Burundi, Ambassador Zhu Kewei noted China’s contribution of approximately 30% to global economic growth and the zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries. In the Maldives, President Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed the ‘One China Principle’ and emphasized a friendship built on sovereign equality. Ambassador Kong Xianhua expressed support for the Maldives' ‘blue economy’, fisheries, and agriculture, noting that major infrastructure projects, such as the China-Maldives Friendship Hospital and the Malé and Villimalé Road Redevelopment Project, are funded through Chinese aid to avoid increasing Maldivian debt. Diplomatic receptions also took place in Sarawak, Malaysia, where Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian noted expanded cooperation in energy, technology, and tourism. In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Consul General Yang Yi highlighted Building on this foundation, the ~~synergy between~~ Maldives has since elevated its relationship with China to a Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership to meet the ~~‘Belt and Road’ Initiative and ‘Saudi Vision 2030’, focusing~~ nation’s 2040 development goals. This partnership focuses on ~~artificial intelligence, new energy,~~ infrastructure, housing, education, and ~~regional security.~~ trade. The activation of the China–Maldives Free Trade Agreement aims to increase bilateral trade toward USD 1 billion, though it faces historical criticism regarding debt dependency. To ensure long-term stability, the Maldivian administration is drafting legislation to protect the 20-year National Development Master Plan from being discontinued by future governments. Cooperation also includes cultural exchanges via the Maritime Silk Road and ongoing projects like the Friendship Bridge.

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