Jonathan Seeks More Chinese Investments In Agriculture, Others
President Goodluck Johnathan on Monday called for more investments in agricultural and other sectors of the economy.
He made the call while receiving China’s outgoing ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Denq Boqing, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The President, according to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, noted that one-third of the volume of trade between Africa and China currently takes place with Nigeria.
He commended China’s support for the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s transportation infrastructure and the development of the country’s water and power sectors. Jonathan hoped that the mutually-beneficial bilateral relations between Nigeria and China, which he said had increased in the last three years, will be further enhanced in coming years.
The statement reads: “He called for greater investment from China in Nigeria’s agricultural sector and other sectors where Chinese expertise can help to develop Nigeria’s potentials.” He specially praised the out-going Ambassador for working very hard to boost trade and economic relations between both countries during his tenure in Nigeria.
Source: Legit.ng
