China has signaled its commitment to bolstering security cooperation with African nations, as Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun announced during the 4th China-Africa Peace and Security Forum in Beijing. The meeting, held on Thursday, gathered military representatives and diplomats from the African Union and 41 African countries to discuss mutual challenges and collaborative opportunities in defense.
During his address, Dong highlighted the long-standing defense ties between China and African countries, emphasizing their mutual support and shared security interests. He underscored that the cooperation between China and Africa plays a crucial role in promoting regional peace and contributing to global stability.
Dong articulated China’s readiness to enhance strategic coordination with African nations, expand defense exchanges, and deepen maritime security cooperation. He also emphasized the importance of collaboration in emerging security and defense fields, advocating for practical outcomes from existing partnerships.
The forum served as a platform for dialogue on security cooperation, focusing on the need for continued collaboration based on equality and mutual benefit. The discussions are part of China’s broader strategy to strengthen its ties with African countries, aiming to support stable economic development alongside security initiatives.