African industrialisation, changing perceptions a priority for China – ambassador’s office

The most important form of foreign assistance that can be provided to Africa currently centres around industrialisation efforts and boosting the continent’s ability to improve and expand its industrial capability, Chinese Embassy in South Africa charge d'affairs Li Zhigang said this week.

Speaking at a joint event, hosted by the People’s Republic of China in South Africa and the South African Institute of International Affairs, on August 31, he said China-Africa infrastructure cooperation is in line with the development plans of African countries.