Wang Yi Meets with Nigerian Foreign Minister Onyeama

On April 29, 2025, local time, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Nigerian Foreign Minister Tugar in Rio de Janeiro. Wang Yi said that Nigeria is a developing major country and an important member of the global South, with great development potential and bright prospects. China has always placed Nigeria in an important position in its overall diplomatic strategy and relations with Africa, firmly supporting Nigeria in defending its national sovereignty and dignity and choosing a development path that suits its national conditions. China welcomes Nigeria as a partner country to attend the BRICS meeting, supports Nigeria in actively fulfilling its responsibilities as the rotating chair of ECOWAS, and playing a greater role in international and regional affairs.